1.5 Ton Mini Excavator for rent in Eatontown, New Jersey
1.5 Ton Mini Excavator rents in Eatontown, New Jersey for $313.50 per day, $984.50 per week or $2,200 per month. Pickup is in Eatontown, NJ 07724. Reserve and pay online through RNTR.
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About this rental
The 1.5-ton mini excavator provides compact power for tight-access digging, trenching, and landscaping jobs—ideal for urban and residential sites.
How much does it cost to rent a mini excavator in Eatontown, NJ?
1.5 Ton Mini Excavator rents for $313.50 per day, $984.50 per week or $2,200 per month. A week costs about the same as 3.1 single days, so the weekly rate is the better price for any rental longer than 3 days.
| Rental period | Price | Works out to |
|---|---|---|
| Daily | $313.50 | |
| Weekly | $984.50 | About $141 per day |
| Monthly | $2,200 | About $73 per day |
For comparison: Mini excavator rentals cost $200 to $600 per day depending on machine size and location. Weekly rates, deposits, and included features vary by provider.
Read the full guide: Mini Excavator Rental Cost
What is a mini excavator good for?
A mini excavator rotates 360 degrees and is built for digging deep holes and trenches where space is tight. It is the wrong tool for moving material across a site.
- Foundation and footing excavation
- French drains and yard drainage lines
- Septic excavation and drain-field trenching
- Deep holes in tight spaces
- Moving material and grading: a skid steer, $467.50 per day
- Narrow irrigation or utility lines: a trencher, $150 per day
- Fence and deck post holes: an auger, $138 per day
Skid loaders are faster for moving materials and grading, while mini excavators dig deeper and handle tight spaces better. Choose based on whether your project needs speed and maneuverability (skid loader) or precision digging and reach (mini excavator).
Read the full guide: Skid Loader vs Mini Excavator: Which Should You Rent?
What are typical specs for 1.5 to 2 ton mini excavators?
These are the usual figures for 1.5 to 2 ton mini excavators, not this unit's own: each is the range across 3 published sources.
| Operating weight | 3,747 to 4,306 lb |
| Maximum digging depth | 7 ft 8 in to 8 ft 6 in |
| Engine power | 15.2 to 15.4 hp |
| Overall width | 39 in |
Based on: Kubota KX018-4, Bobcat E20, Takeuchi TB216
What size trailer do I need for a 1.5 to 2 ton mini excavator?
1.5 to 2 ton mini excavators typically weigh 3,747 to 4,306 lb; this listing doesn't give the unit's own weight. That is more than a single-axle 5 x 8 ft utility trailer carries (2,332 to 2,340 lb). A tandem-axle utility trailer in the 7,000 lb GVWR class typically carries 5,065 to 5,350 lb, which covers it. Your tow vehicle has to be rated for the machine and the trailer together: about 5,397 to 6,506 lb with a trailer that size.
Trailer capacities are the typical range for that class of trailer; go by the rating plate on the one you use.
Will a 1.5 to 2 ton mini excavator fit through a gate?
1.5 to 2 ton mini excavators are typically 39 in wide. A 36 in gate is too narrow; plan on an opening of 4 ft or more.
How deep can a mini excavator dig?
Mini excavators can dig between 6 feet on 1-ton machines and 13+ feet on 6-8 ton models, with depth depending on the machine's weight class, boom configuration, and bucket size.
Read the full guide: How Deep Can a Mini Excavator Dig? Depth by Size
Where do I pick it up?
Pickup is in Eatontown, New Jersey 07724, Monday to Friday 7:00 am to 5:30 pm and Saturday 8:00 am to 1:00 pm. You get the exact address at checkout. Return it to the same address. This lister offers pickup.
Match your trailer to your excavator's weight class: a 1-ton mini excavator needs a single-axle trailer, while larger 8-ton models require dual-axle trailers with higher GVWR ratings. Always verify the excavator's exact weight before selecting a trailer to ensure safe hauling capacity.
Read the full guide: What Size Trailer Do I Need for a Mini Excavator?
What should I know before using a mini excavator?
New operators should master basic controls, prevent rollovers on slopes, follow trenching safety protocols, and inspect the machine before use to avoid injuries and damage. Proper preparation and understanding common mistakes are essential before operating a mini excavator for the first time.
Read the full guide: Mini Excavator Safety Tips for Beginners
Mini excavators are operated through a combination of hydraulic controls for the boom, bucket, and stick, with practice on basic movements like digging and pivoting before tackling actual projects. Key steps include performing pre-operation inspections, familiarizing yourself with the controls, practicing on a test area, and maintaining proper technique to avoid equipment damage.
Read the full guide: How to Use a Mini Excavator: 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. This lister requires a driver's license: at checkout you upload the front and back of yours and a selfie holding it, or use a verification saved from an earlier rental.
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