1.7T Mini Excavator Dry Hire - Perth & WA
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Kubota U17 - Tight Access Trenching and Residential Civil Works
The Heavy Duty Hire 1.7 tonne mini excavator is a Kubota U17, maintained to manufacturer standards and available for dry hire across Perth metro and regional Western Australia.
Compact, reliable and easy to transport, this machine is built for civil and construction work in access-restricted environments.
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What the 1.7T Mini Excavator Is Best Used For
The Kubota U17 is the right machine when access is tight, ground conditions are sensitive, or production requirements don't justify a larger machine. Common applications on Perth civil and construction sites include:
Utility and service connection trenching in residential subdivisions
Landscaping excavation and retaining wall footings
Confined site works in established suburbs where access is restricted
Post hole digging and light foundation works
Drainage excavation on small to medium residential sites
Tight access demolition and clearance works
Machine specifications
Operating weight: 1,700 kg
Bucket digging force: 12.7 kN
Arm digging force: 8.6 kN
Maximum digging depth: 2,150 mm
Maximum reach at ground level: 3,490 mm
Engine: Kubota D902, 11.9 kW
Transport width: 990 mm (zero tail swing design)
Full specification sheet available on request.
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why contractors choose hdh for mini excavator hire
When you hire the HDH 1.7T, you get a machine that arrives clean, serviced and pre-delivery inspected. Service records and compliance documentation are available to support your site induction. GPS tracked for security.
Direct contact with the owner — no call centre, no hire desk. Call 0452 692 150 for same-day availability and quotes.
Dry Hire - Minimum One Week
All HDH excavators are supplied on a dry hire basis. Minimum hire period is one week. Delivery and collection available across all of WA. Call for urgent or short-notice requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What attachments are available with the 1.7T excavator?
A: All HDH excavators can be supplied with rockbreaker, auger, grab, rake buckets and various other attachments. Contact us to discuss your specific attachment.
Q: Is the 1.7T excavator suitable for residential subdivision trenching?
A: Yes. The Kubota U17 is one of the most commonly used machines for utility trenching and service connections on residential subdivisions in Perth. Its zero tail swing design and 990mm transport width allow it to operate in tight residential lots and established suburban environments.
Q: do you deliver the 1.7T excavator to site?
A: Yes. We deliver and collect across Perth metro and regional WA. Delivery costs are quoted based on your site location. Call 0452 692 150.
Q: Can I hire the 1.7T excavator for just a few days?
A: Our standard minimum is one week. For shorter requirements, call us directly and we will do our best to accommodate.