Hitachi Excavator rentals in Burlington, VT

The most popular models for Hitachi excavator rentals in Burlington, VT are ZAXIS 180LC-5 and ZX225USLC-3. These models are highly sought after for their versatility and jobsite performance.

The most popular attachments for Hitachi excavator rentals in Burlington, VT are Bucket and General Purpose Bucket. These attachments help you tackle a wide range of tasks, from digging and grading to lifting and material handling.

The lowest rental rate for a Hitachi excavator in Burlington, VT starts at $4,500 per month, $1,501 per week, and $675 per day. Actual rates may vary by location, duration, and machine configuration.

Standard or full-size excavators are used for large-scale projects like digging foundations for commercial buildings, trenching for major utilities, large-scale demolition, material handling, dredging, and road construction.

The primary difference is size and power. Full-size excavators (typically over 8-10 tons) have significantly greater digging depth, reach, and lifting capacity. Mini excavators are designed for maneuverability and work in confined spaces where a larger machine would not fit.

Like mini excavators, they are sized by their operating weight in metric tons. Mid-size excavators might range from 10-20 tons, while large excavators for major earthmoving can be 30 tons or more. The size dictates the machine's power and capacity.

Beyond standard digging buckets, you can rent hydraulic hammers (or breakers) for demolishing rock and concrete, grapples (or 'thumbs') for grabbing objects, compactors for soil compaction, and shears for cutting through scrap metal.

Yes, operating an excavator safely and efficiently requires extensive training and experience. OSHA requires employers to ensure all operators are properly trained and qualified. Operating this heavy machinery without training is extremely dangerous.