Edco Trencher for rent in Alexandria, Minnesota
Edco Trencher rents in Alexandria, Minnesota for $140 per 2 hours, $225 per day or $789 per week. Pickup is in Alexandria, MN 56308. Reserve and pay online through RNTR.
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About this rental
Power Source
Gasoline
Cutting Depth
18 Inch
Weight
253 lb (114.76 kg)
Saw Use
Trenching
Blade Type
Digging chain
Blade Width
4 Inch (optional digging chain)
Design Type
Trencher
Portable
Yes
Design Highlights
Compact and portable
Design Style
Compact
Engine Type
Gasoline
Motor Speed
3600 RPM
Dimensions Length
63.5 Inch
Dimensions Width
4 Inch
Dimensions Height
41.5 Inch
Top Use Cases
Cable installation, Irrigation lines, Landscaping, Utility work
How much does it cost to rent a trencher in Alexandria, MN?
Edco Trencher rents for $140 per 2 hours, $225 per day or $789 per week. A week costs about the same as 3.5 single days, so the weekly rate is the better price for any rental longer than 3 days. On top of the rate, the lister charges a 3.5% credit card processing fee at checkout.
| Rental period | Price | Works out to |
|---|---|---|
| 2 hours | $140 | About $70 per hour |
| Daily | $225 | |
| Weekly | $789 | About $113 per day |
For comparison: Trencher rental costs $150 to $600 per day depending on machine size and location, with weekly and monthly options available at lower daily rates.
Read the full guide: Trencher Rental Cost: Daily & Weekly Rates
What is a trencher good for?
A trencher cuts a narrow, even channel for irrigation, drainage and utility lines far faster than digging by hand.
- Irrigation and sprinkler lines
- Drainage lines and french drains
- Electrical, water and cable runs
- Wide or deep excavation: a mini excavator, $65 per hour
- Post holes: an auger, $17.50 per hour
Walk-behind trenchers work well for most residential jobs and cost less, while ride-on trenchers handle longer runs, harder soil, and larger commercial projects more efficiently. Choose based on your project size, soil conditions, and trench length.
Read the full guide: Walk-Behind vs Ride-On Trencher: Which Is Right for You?
What are typical specs for rental walk-behind trenchers?
This listing doesn't state a size, so these are the usual figures across the walk-behind trenchers rental stores stock, not this unit's own: each is the range across 7 published sources.
| Maximum trench depth | 18 to 48 in |
| Machine weight | 400 to 2,100 lb |
| Engine power | 12 to 31 hp |
Based on: Barreto 712MTH Micro Trencher, Ditch Witch C12X, Vermeer RTX130, Toro TRX-16, Ditch Witch C16X, Ditch Witch C30X, Vermeer RTX250
How do I transport a walk-behind trencher?
Walk-behind trenchers typically weigh 400 to 2,100 lb, depending on size; this listing doesn't give the unit's own weight. The lighter ones go into a pickup bed with ramps; the heavier ones need a trailer (a single-axle 5 x 8 ft utility trailer typically carries 2,332 to 2,340 lb). Ask the lister for this machine's weight before you plan the haul.
Trailers are listed in Alexandria too: a utility trailer, $55 per half-day. Check its payload against the weight above.
How deep can a trencher dig?
Trencher depth ranges from 12 inches for walk-behind models to 6 feet or more for ride-on units, depending on your project's utility lines, drainage, or irrigation needs.
Read the full guide: How Deep Can a Trencher Dig? Depth Guide & Rentals
Where do I pick it up?
Pickup is in Alexandria, Minnesota 56308, Monday to Saturday 6:00 am to 5:00 pm. You get the exact address at checkout. Return it to the same address. This lister offers pickup.
What should I know before using a trencher?
Trencher operators must follow OSHA safety standards, maintain proper clearances from underground utilities, and never operate the machine alone or without proper training and protective equipment. Key hazards include cave-ins, kickback, and contact with buried lines—all preventable through pre-operation inspections and adherence to established safe work practices.
Read the full guide: Trencher Safety Requirements: What Operators Must Know
A trencher digs narrow channels in soil for irrigation, drainage, and utility lines. Rent the right size machine, set it up properly, operate it safely by following the manufacturer's instructions, and maintain consistent depth and speed throughout your project.
Read the full guide: How to Use a Trencher: Beginner's Guide
How do I book it?
Reserve online through the RNTR marketplace. Checkout, payment and scheduling all happen in the app, with no phone call needed.
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