1- 10 Tonne Excavators

The Excavator is probably the most common earthmoving machine you will see on a building site.  It’s a very versatile machine which performs a wide range of tasks.  It has tracks to move around site and work in particular areas.  An excavator is not designed for ‘wheel barrow work’ ( to move material by picking up one full bucket and travelling across a site ); in this situation, unless there is truck access, a bobcat might be used to move the material.  An Excavator up to 6 tonne is most commonly provided with a bobcat which is then called a Combo.

Groundbreaker can supply a range of 1 - 10 Tonne Excavators and also 12 - 40 Tonne Excavators.  All size excavators perform similar functions in their own space, but the best size machine for the job is generally the largest size that can fit into a space without the size of the machine limiting its ability.

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When should I use a 1 - 10 Tonne Excavator?

Some tasks an Excavator can perform well include :

  • Trenches
  • Cutting driveways
  • Bulk excavation
  • Detailed excavation
  • Contouring
  • Loading trucks
  • Shifting material
  • Removing concrete
  • Trimming road base for Kerb
  • Auguring footings or post holes
  • Backyard clean-ups

Size

When choosing our most suitable excavator for your job, our allocator will need to know:

  • How wide is the access to your job, and
  • Information about the type of work to be performed so we can provide an excavator with the required attachments.

The best size machine for the job is generally the largest size that can fit into a space without the size of the machine limiting its ability.

Groundbreaker can supply Excavators from a minimum of 900mm wide and from 1 tonne to 50 tonnes in weight.

Attachments

Groundbreaker’s excavators can be supplied with attachments, including:

  • Rockbreaker (hammer)
  • Auger (post hole borer)
  • Rock Grab
  • Ripper
  • Tilt Bucket
  • Compaction Wheel
  • Rock Grinder
  • Rock Saw
  • Lifting Chains

Groundbreaker 1 - 10 Tonne Excavators are supplied with operators who have high levels of experience and competency. Call Groundbreaker today on 07 3852 3320 for advice, experienced operators and exceptional service.