Landscaping Equipment Hire Sydney Mini Excavators & Dumpers for Backyards & Gardens

AMH Hire supplies compact, tight-access equipment for landscaping and garden projects across Sydney — mini excavators for digging and levelling, tracked dumpers for shifting soil and turf, all sized to fit through a standard side gate.

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Fits Through Standard Side Gates (from 695mm wide)

No Damage to Lawns, Paths & Garden Beds

Well-Maintained, Regularly Serviced Fleet

Same-Day & Next-Day Sydney-Wide Delivery

Landscaping Equipment Hire Sydney — At a Glance

AMH Hire supplies landscaping equipment across Sydney, including mini excavators from 1 to 2.5 tonne (Yanmar SV10, ViO17, ViO25) and Cormidi tracked dumpers (600kg and 800kg class) for moving soil, turf, and garden material. The smallest models are as narrow as 695mm, fitting through standard side gates. Daily rates start from $200 ex GST. Delivery is available across Sydney’s Inner West, South West, CBD and greater metro area.

What size excavator is best for a backyard landscaping job?

A 1 to 1.7 tonne mini excavator (Yanmar SV10 or ViO17) suits most residential backyard and garden jobs.

Will a mini excavator fit through my side gate?

The narrowest model, the Yanmar SV10, retracts to 740mm wide, fitting through most standard gates.

How much does landscaping equipment hire cost in Sydney?

From $200 ex GST/day for a 1 tonne mini excavator or a 600kg tracked dumper.

Do I need a licence to hire a mini excavator for my garden?

Operating a mini excavator under 5 tonnes generally doesn’t require a high-risk work licence in NSW.

Can I hire equipment for a pool excavation?

Yes — mini excavators and tracked dumpers are commonly hired together for pool excavation and spoil removal.

Looking for landscaping equipment hire

Planning a backyard makeover, garden renovation, or pool installation and need landscaping equipment hire in Sydney? AMH Hire supplies compact, tight-access machinery built for exactly this kind of job — small enough to get through a standard side gate, powerful enough to save you weeks of manual digging.
Our garden excavator hire Sydney range starts with the Yanmar SV10, a 1 tonne mini excavator that retracts to just 740mm wide, ideal for narrow side access, courtyards, and confined backyards. Stepping up, the 1.7 and 2.5 tonne models handle larger landscaping jobs, retaining wall footings, and levelling work. Pair an excavator with one of our Cormidi tracked dumpers (600kg or 800kg class, from 695mm wide) to move excavated soil, turf, or garden waste without wheelbarrow trips back and forth across the yard.
Whether it’s pool excavation equipment hire Sydney, a full garden redesign, or clearing an overgrown backyard, our equipment is well-maintained, easy to book, and delivered fast — no trade account or commercial paperwork required for residential jobs.
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WHY CHOOSE AMH HIRE FOR LANDSCAPING PROJECTS

Sydney's Reliable Choice for Landscaping Equipment Hire

Fits Through a Standard Gate

Our smallest excavator (740mm) and smallest dumper (695mm) are built for residential access, not just commercial sites.

Right-Sized for Home Projects

1 to 2.5 tonne excavators cover almost every backyard, garden, or pool-prep job without oversized, hard-to-manoeuvre machinery.

No Damage to Existing Landscaping

Zero-tail-swing design and compact tracks reduce the risk of scraping fences, paving, or garden beds while working.

Well-Maintained Fleet

Every machine is regularly serviced and inspected before it leaves our yard.

Sydney-Wide Delivery

Inner West, South West Sydney, CBD, and greater metro, from our Belfield base.

Flexible Hire Terms

Hire for a single day or a full weekend project, with discounted multi-day rates.

Straightforward Booking

No commercial account or lengthy paperwork needed for a residential landscaping job.

Landscaping Equipment Available for Hire in Sydney

Equipment Best For (Landscaping Use) Daily Rate (ex GST)
Yanmar SV10 (1T Mini Excavator)
Tightest side-gate access, small garden beds, trenching for irrigation
From $200/day
Yanmar ViO17 (1.7T Excavator)
Backyard renovations, retaining wall footings, pool excavation prep
From $220/day
Yanmar ViO25 (2.5T Excavator)
Larger garden redesigns, levelling, driveway prep
From $300/day
Cormidi C60 Tracked Dumper (600kg)
Moving soil, mulch, or turf through tight side access
From $200/day
Cormidi C85 Tracked Dumper (800kg)
Larger material loads, faster garden clean-up
From $210/day
All excavators are zero-tail-swing with buckets included; augers available on request for planting holes or post installation. Discounted rates apply for multi-day and long-term hire.

What Sydney Homeowners & Landscapers Hire This Equipment For

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Landscaping Equipment Hire Delivered Across Sydney

AMH Hire delivers from our Belfield 2191 base across:

Inner West & South West Sydney:

Belfield, Belmore, Campsie, Clemton Park, Croydon Park, Enfield, Strathfield, Strathfield South, Burwood, Croydon, Ashbury, Ashfield, Canterbury, Hurlstone Park, Earlwood, Kingsgrove, Bexley, Bexley North, Roselands, Lakemba, Punchbowl, Greenacre, Chullora, Bankstown, Yagoona, Wiley Park, Beverly Hills, Riverwood, Marrickville, Dulwich Hill, Petersham, Lewisham, Summer Hill, Haberfield, Five Dock, Abbotsford, Drummoyne, Concord, Homebush, Lidcombe, Newington, Melrose Park, Ermington, Ryde, Epping, Parramatta and surrounding suburbs.

Sydney CBD & Inner City:

Surry Hills, Redfern, Chippendale, Ultimo, Pyrmont, Haymarket, Darling Harbour, The Rocks, Barangaroo, Potts Point, Alexandria, Waterloo, Zetland, Mascot, Newtown, Erskineville, St Peters.

Also Servicing:

North Sydney, the Northern Beaches, and Western Sydney.

Can’t spot your suburb? We cover Greater Sydney — call to confirm delivery to your address.

Hiring Landscaping Equipment Takes 3 Steps

Equipment hire
Call or Enquire Online

Tell us about your garden or backyard project and gate width.

Right Equipment
We Recommend the Right Size

Right-sized equipment, not an oversized machine you'll struggle to manoeuvre.

Equipment Delivery in Sydney
Fast Delivery, Ready to Dig

Same-day/next-day delivery, straightforward self-operated use.

Heavy Equipment Simple Hire Solutions

We offer a full range of plant and equipment hire solutions, including mini excavators (1T–8T) for tight-access, trenching, landscaping, and civil works; tracked dumpers (Cormidi 600kg and 800kg) for efficient material movement in confined areas; and easy-to-drive automatic tipper trucks (car licence required), ideal for transport, site clean-ups, and smaller jobs. A wide range of machinery attachments is also available, including buckets and augers to suit various applications. Customers can choose flexible dry hire options for self-operated machinery or wet hire with experienced operators to ensure safe, efficient, and professional project delivery, along with trailer and float hire using reliable Sureweld trailers for easy equipment transport between sites.

Mini Excavator Yanmar SV10 (1.0 T class)

Mini Excavator Yanmar SV10 (1.0 T class)

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Mini Excavator Yanmar ViO17 (1.7 T)

Mini Excavator Yanmar ViO17 (1.7 T)

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Excavator Yanmar ViO25 (2.5 T)

Excavator Yanmar ViO25
(2.5 T)

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Excavator Yanmar ViO55 (5.5 T)

Excavator Yanmar ViO55
(5.5 T)

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Excavator Yanmar ViO80 (8 T)

Excavator Yanmar ViO80
(8 T)

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Cormidi C60 Tracked Dumper (600 kg class)

Cormidi C60 Tracked Dumper (600 kg class)

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Landscaping Equipment Hire Sydney — FAQ

What size excavator do I need for a backyard landscaping job?
For most residential backyard and garden projects, a 1 to 1.7 tonne mini excavator (such as the Yanmar SV10 or ViO17) is sufficient, offering enough digging power while staying narrow enough for tight side access.
Will a mini excavator fit through my side gate?
The narrowest model available, the Yanmar SV10, retracts to 740mm wide, which fits through most standard residential side gates. Measure your gate width before booking to confirm the right model.
How much does it cost to hire landscaping equipment in Sydney?
Mini excavator hire starts from $200 ex GST per day for a 1 tonne model, and tracked dumper hire also starts from $200 ex GST per day. Larger models for bigger landscaping jobs range up to $300 ex GST per day.
Do I need a licence to hire a mini excavator for my garden?
Operating a mini excavator under 5 tonnes generally does not require a high-risk work licence in NSW, but check with the hire company if you’re unsure about your specific machine or project.
What equipment do I need for pool excavation?
A mini excavator (typically 1.7 to 2.5 tonne, depending on access and pool size) paired with a tracked dumper for spoil removal is the standard combination for residential pool excavation.
Can I hire equipment for just one day?
Yes, daily hire is available across the landscaping equipment range, with discounted rates if you extend the hire for a multi-day project.
Will the excavator damage my lawn or paving?
AMH Hire’s mini excavators use rubber tracks and a zero-tail-swing design, which reduces the risk of damage to lawns, paving, and garden beds compared to larger or wheeled machinery, though care should still be taken on delicate surfaces.
Does AMH Hire deliver to residential addresses in Sydney?
Yes, delivery is available to residential addresses across Sydney’s Inner West, South West, CBD, and greater metro area.
How quickly can landscaping equipment be delivered?
Same-day or next-day delivery is available in most Sydney areas, subject to fleet availability.

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Get Your Backyard Project Moving This Weekend

Stop digging by hand. AMH Hire’s mini excavators and tracked dumpers are ready for same-day or next-day delivery across Sydney, sized to fit through the gate a bigger machine can’t.

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Sydney CBD, Inner West, South West Sydney & Greater Sydney

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