A mix between an excavator and a wheel loader, backhoes are a great option for moving earth, breaking rocks and creating trenches in a variety of environments. One of the biggest benefits of a backhoe is its ability to act as both an excavator and a wheel loader.
Because it's able to fulfill the role of both of these machines (to an extent), it can be a fantastic way to save money. Instead of hiring multiple different types of machinery, many jobs can instead be complete with only a single backhoe.
Most backhoes share the basic design of a wheel loader, however, the key difference is the excavator arm attached to the back of the machine. The next major difference is the cab. TO operate the excavator part of the backhoe, the operator can simply turn his chair and he will be driving the backhoe as if the excavator is the front of the machine.
In some models the entire work panel of the cab will rotate, while in others there are multiple control panels and only the chair will move. This varies between makes and models, so just double check before you start operating.
As with most machinery hire, backhoe hire is also usually available with extra attachments at a small cost. Some of the most common attachments include rock breakers, pallet forks, post hole borers, and rippers.
The costs for these will vary depending on the company, and for how long you're hiring them. If you only need them for a select time frame, hiring by the hour might be the most affordable option. But many times simply including them with your backhoe hire is the most economical choice.
Of course, aside from the attachments, backhoe hire is also available for various time frames to suit different needs. Starting from 24 hour hire, some companies will even offer hire contracts for several months, or even years in some cases. This will obviously vary if you are choosing wet hire, as the operator for the backhoe is included with the hire costs. To get a full picture of what your options are, make sure you discuss with your chosen hire company before deciding.
Finally, there are also a variety of different sized backhoes available to hire, so there's plenty to choose from. Whether you need something smaller like a 5t machine, or need a more powerful 20t backhoe, hire companies have a huge range for you to choose from. Contact your local backhoe hire company today to discover your options.
