Construction equipment comes in all shapes and sizes. On one end of the scale, you have the 12.5M JCB Telehandler at a whopping nine tonnes, and on the other, you have the Wacker Neuson 803 micro digger. This pint-sized mini digger is a cost-effective addition to every small-scale construction site, as it can easily deal with footings and small garden landscaping projects. Discover everything you need to know about micro digger hire in our latest guide.
If you need a step up from a micro digger, read our complete guide to mini digger hire, instead.
The smallest mini digger available to hire?
At Coates Group UK, Gloucester’s leading plant specialist, our smallest mini digger is the Wacker Neuson 803 micro digger. What it may lack in size or weight, it makes up for in manoeuvrability and strength. This digger is often hired for smaller construction and demolition sites, like private gardens, as its slim width means it can easily pass through garden gates.
With its rubber tracks, the Wacker Neuson can also be driven indoors. Finally, this micro digger comes equipped with hydraulic functionality, including several versatile attachments – it is a must-have for any private construction site.
Specifications of the Wacker Neuson 803 Mini Digger:
- Weighs 931 kg
- 720 mm wide
- 1763 mm digging depth
- Diesel fuel type
- Bucket sizes available: 450 mm
What is a micro digger used for?
Micro diggers are often hired for construction sites with tight access requirements, like private gardens or homes. They are easy to operate, cost-effective, and versatile, while still packing all of the power you need for a construction site. If you need to complete a project but are limited on space, a micro digger like the Wacker Neuson is for you.
Tasks a micro digger can complete:
- Digging holes and trenches
- Flattening landscape
- Removing stumps
- Demolishing small structures
- Removing waste material
Our Wacker Neuson line is regularly hired for garden projects. With the strength to flatten landscapes, carve out ponds and dig trenches, this versatile machine makes landscaping simple. They are also reserved for home projects, where waste material needs to be dug out but delicate flooring requires a lighter machine.
Do you need a licence for a micro digger?
When used on a private worksite, a micro digger does not require a formal plant licence. However, if you need to drive the digger on the road, you must own a UK road diving licence. Coates Group also recommends undertaking appropriate training for your micro digger, unless you have experience behind the wheel.
To hire from Coates Group UK, you must provide a copy of your identification, like your driver’s licence or passport. We also require proof of your home address, which can include a utility bill. The reason Coates Group requires such identification is to ensure our clients are legal adults with the capability to operate heavy machinery.
Where can I hire a micro digger?
If you are looking for mini digger hire in Gloucester, look no further than Coates Group UK. We offer pocket-sized diggers that pack a punch, perfect for your small-scale or private construction projects.
Why choose Coates Group UK? When you hire construction equipment, you need to trust that it is from a reputable and reliable source. As we are members of the CPA (Construction Plant-Hire Association), a governing body that sets the standard for construction plant hire, all of our diggers are well-maintained and meet industry safety requirements.\
To secure a Wacker Neuson 803 micro digger for your construction project, or any of our other machines, use our quick and simple online contact form to reach a member of the Coates Group UK team.
