Flexible Hire

Flexible Hire

Day rates, weekends or longer

Book by the day or week
Delivery Available

Delivery Available

We'll drop off & pick up for you

$150 flat delivery
Easy to Operate

Easy to Operate

No licence required, no stress

Perfect for DIYers
Fits Through Garden Gates

Fits Through Gates

Retractable tracks down to 980mm

Fits 1m garden gates
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Quick Look at the Bobcat E17

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Performance
Operating Weight1711 kg
Max Dig Depth2370 mm
Bucket Digging Force16.2 kN
Travel Speed2.1 – 4.3 km/h
Engine
Engine MakeKubota D722
Power10.2 kW @ 2500 rpm
Fuel TypeDiesel
Fuel Tank Capacity19 L
Dimensions
Width (Retracted / Extended)980 mm / 1360 mm
Height2299 mm
Length3665 mm
Ground Pressure29.4 kPa

Bobcat E17 Compact Excavator – Use Cases

Garden Landscaping

Garden Landscaping

Clear and level soil, create garden beds, or prep turf quickly — all in tight backyard spaces.

Trench Digging

Trench Digging

Dig clean, straight trenches for pipes, cables or irrigation. Less mess, more speed.

Foundations

Foundations

Excavate footings and post holes for sheds, fences, or decks — without a shovel in sight.

Stump Removal

Waste & Stump Removal

Pull stumps, lift waste and load trailers faster — no wheelbarrows, no drama.

...and more!

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Delivery from just $150 within Perth

No payment required to check availability

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Why Choose Us?

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Local & Personal

Perth-based with fast, friendly, and flexible service tailored to your job.

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Self-Drive Convenience

Easy-to-use machines delivered to your site — no licence required.

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Insured & Maintained

Our equipment is fully insured, safety-checked and serviced before each hire.

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Helpful Support

Need help or advice during your hire? We’re always on hand to assist.

Frequently Asked Questions

No special licence is needed. Our machines are classified as “self-drive hire equipment” and can be operated by anyone confident using basic machinery. We provide a quick briefing and operating guide with every hire — ideal for DIYers and first-timers.

Machines are supplied full of diesel, and we ask that you return them full. If that's not possible, no problem — we can refill for you at a small fee. Fuel use is typically low for most backyard jobs.

Yes — delivery and pickup are available for $150 flat. We can drop the digger at your location and collect it once you're done. This is often easier than towing it yourself, especially if you're short on time or don't have a suitable vehicle.

Absolutely. Weekend bookings are available and popular. Pickup on Friday afternoon and return by Monday morning gives you two full days of use. Let us know your schedule and we’ll confirm availability.

All machines are fully insured, but you may still be liable for excess or certain exclusions. Accidental damage happens — we just ask you to be upfront. Full details are covered in the rental Terms & Conditions.

Yes — the mini digger comes on a trailer suitable for most vehicles with a standard towbar. You’ll need a 4WD, ute, or vehicle rated to tow 2T. We’ll give you loading and securing instructions so you’re confident before leaving.

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