1.8T mini excavator hire in Ipswich.
Hyundai HX17AZ compact excavator. A practical residential machine for trenching, post holes, landscaping, drainage and general excavation.

Hire rates.
All rates include GST
Price and availability
Ready for common excavation work.
Optional attachments
Select hole diameter and depth to suit your post or footing design. Sleeper-grab suitability depends on sleeper size, weight and the attachment rating.
Compact access without giving up useful capability.
Key manufacturer specifications for the HX17AZ.
Towing weights and exact transport configuration are being confirmed. Contact us before arranging your tow vehicle.

Identify your needs.
Pickup — Karrabin
Collect the machine from Karrabin. Towing vehicle and licence requirements apply to customer collection.
Local delivery
HG Hire can deliver and collect the excavator for an additional fee. When HG Hire delivers the machine, the plant trailer is not supplied as part of the hire.
Request your hire in four steps.
Select dates
Select your hire period.
Select optional extras
Add delivery or optional attachments.
Digital agreement
Sign your digital agreement via the link sent to your email.
Pickup or take delivery
Pick up from Karrabin or take delivery at your site.
Before you hire.
What comes with the auger drive?
Both the 300 mm and 450 mm augers are included with the optional auger drive. Use the diameter specified for your post or footing design.
What is the sleeper grab used for?
It grips and helps lift and position compatible retaining-wall sleepers between posts.
When can I pick up and return?
Pickup is from 6:30 am at Karrabin, with return by 5:30 pm on your final hire day. Confirm your collection time when booking.
What do I need for pickup?
Bring the driver licence specified in your digital agreement. Your vehicle, towbar and towing setup must be suitable for the loaded trailer.
Can I hire for more than one day?
Yes. Select your first and last hire day in the calendar. All selected days count, and the price updates automatically.
How do I sign the digital agreement?
After submitting your booking details, sign your digital agreement via the link sent to your email.
Is GST included?
Yes. The advertised hire rates are inc. GST. Delivery and optional attachment charges are shown separately when selected.
What attachments are included?
The 300 mm, 450 mm and 1000 mm buckets plus the ripper are included with the standard hire.
Can you deliver it?
Yes. Local delivery and collection can be selected where available, with fees based on the booking and location.
Collect from Karrabin
43 Karrabin Rosewood Rd, Karrabin QLD 4306.
Pickup from 6:30 am. Return by 5:30 pm on your final hire day. Confirm your collection time with us.
Get directionsReady to tow away
The machine comes ready to go on its trailer for pickup. Bring the driver licence listed in your agreement.
We’ll confirm the loaded weight and towing configuration with you. When we deliver, the trailer is not part of the hire.
Ready to hire the excavator?
Select a date and make a booking. We’ll confirm the arrangements.