Plant Hire Price Guide

Average UK hire rates by equipment type

Last updated: 23 February 2026

Equipment TypeDailyWeeklyMonthlyPrices
Mini/Micro Excavators (0.8t-3t)£149£301POA58
Midi Excavators (3t-8t)£480POAPOA17
Large Excavators (8t+)£626£900POA6
Dumpers (Tracked & Wheeled)£109£215POA15
Rollers & Compactors£43£71POA26
Loading Shovels£110POAPOA1
Skid Steers£300POAPOA1
Cranes£36£73POA4
Scaffolding£52£103POA13
Powered Access£99£369POA15
Generators£33£50POA6
Lighting Towers£80POAPOA13
Pumps & Dewatering£119£77POA8
Road Saws & Floor Saws£39£55POA22
Breakers & Demolition£49£88POA46
Concrete Equipment£45£80POA39
Portable Cabins & Welfare£46POAPOA1
Skips & Waste Management£177POAPOA5
Surveying & Laser Equipment£58£100POA11

About these prices

  • All prices are in GBP, ex-VAT
  • Rates are averages across UK companies
  • Actual prices will vary by location, availability, and hire duration
  • Always request a quote for accurate, up-to-date pricing