Kubota U55 5.5 Tonne Excavator Hire
Fleet-Leading Kubota U55 Dry Hire Options in Perth Metro
Get heaps of digging power without worrying about the back end swinging out.
- Zero Tail Swing: You can work with confidence even in tight, busy city spots.
- Double Flanged Rollers: Keeps the tracks steady and makes sure the machine stays on top of the ground.
- Load Sensing Hydraulics: Automatically sorts out the oil flow so the power stays smooth and steady.
Description
The Kubota U55 is a real workhorse. It’s a 5.5-tonne excavator with zero tail swing, built to handle the big jobs like site prep, laying pipes, and heavy clearing. With a solid 47.6 HP engine and smart hydraulics, you get plenty of power and control for deep digging. It’s a massive hit in our excavator hire near me range, featuring a tough build and a quiet cab to keep you productive all day.
To get through utility and commercial work fast, you can pair this 5.5t machine with a bunch of specialised attachments. It handles rock breakers, augers, grabs, and compaction wheels without breaking a sweat. If you need something a bit smaller or even bigger, check out the Kubota KX040-4 4T Excavator or the beefy Kubota KX080-3 8T Excavator.
Specification
| Feature | Specification |
| Operating Weight | 5400kg |
| Length | 5500mm |
| Width | 1960mm |
| Height | 2550mm |
| Max Digging Depth | 3630mm |
| Max Dumping Height | 4020mm |
| Rated Lifting Capacity | $$TO CONFIRM$$ |
| Travel Speed (Low/High) | 2.8 / 4.6 km/h |
| Engine Power | 47.6 HP |
| Quick Hitch Pin Size | $$TO CONFIRM$$ |
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Miniquip operates its own dedicated fleet of tilt-tray trucks and heavy transport trailers, ensuring your hire equipment arrives on site safely, on time, and ready to work. Operating directly out of our central facility at 14 Roos Avenue, Forrestdale, we provide comprehensive transport logistics across metropolitan Perth and regional Western Australia.
- Flexible Delivery Windows: To fit around your site schedule, we offer early morning drop-offs before site start times as well as late afternoon deliveries so your machinery is staged and ready for the next day.
- Rapid Metro Mobilisation: With our in-house transport fleet, we frequently accommodate same-day delivery requests across the Perth metro area.
- Depot Self-Collection: Prefer to haul it yourself? Self-collection is available directly from our Forrestdale yard during operating hours. Ensure your vehicle or trailer meets the required towing and payload capacities for the machine.
When you dry hire from Miniquip, you get complete backing from an experienced Western Australian team with over 35 years in compact earthmoving. Every machine in our modern fleet undergoes rigorous mechanical checks, hydraulic testing, and thorough cleaning in our Forrestdale workshop before dispatch.
- Direct Office Line: Call 1300 222 558 (or (08) 9434 9800) to speak directly with our Perth hire team.
- Technical & Operational Guidance: Need advice on machine operation, flow controls, or attachment matching? Our knowledgeable service team is on hand to guide your operators.
- On-Site Field Service: In the unlikely event of an operational issue, our mobile field service technicians are equipped to respond rapidly to minimise downtime on your project.
- General Enquiries: Email project details or hire requests to [email protected] for quick turnaround quotes.
1. How quickly can I get equipment delivered to my job site?
We manage our own dedicated transport fleet, allowing us to offer flexible, fast turnaround times. In many cases across metropolitan Perth, we can arrange same-day delivery. We also schedule early morning drop-offs so your crew can hit the ground running at first light. Contact our team on 1300 222 558 to confirm immediate machinery availability.
2. Why should I choose dry hire over wet hire for my project?
Dry hire gives you total control over your project timeline, site safety, and budget. You operate the machinery using your own qualified team without paying high hourly rates for outsourced operators. Miniquip specialises exclusively in dry hire, providing late-model, workshop-tested equipment on flexible daily, weekly, or long-term rates.
3. What happens if I need to extend my hire period or return early?
We understand civil and construction project timelines change due to weather or scope shifts. Extending your hire is as simple as calling or emailing our team before your scheduled completion date. If your project finishes early, simply contact us to arrange prompt site pickup or yard return.
4. How do I book machinery, and what information do I need to provide?
Booking is straightforward. You can request a quote online or speak directly with our Perth booking team on 1300 222 558. All we need is your site location, preferred delivery date and time, expected hire duration, and machinery requirements. We will provide an itemised, competitive quote with no hidden extras.
Attachments & Items for Your Hire
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Why Choose a 5.5 Tonne Zero Tail Swing Excavator from Miniquip
If you’re after a 5.5 tonne zero tail swing excavator, this is the go-to machine. It’s the top choice for contractors who need serious lift and breakout force but have to work in tight spots. The best part is the true zero tail swing—you can spin the whole body 360 degrees and it won’t hang over the tracks. That means no bumping into traffic or walls while you’re getting stuck into the earthmoving.
Hiring from Miniquip means you get modern, reliable gear. We focus on dry hire, so you’re in charge of the schedule without paying for extra operators you don’t need. Our fleet is fresh—averaging just 2.5 years old—and we keep everything in top shape at our own workshop. You can swing by Forrestdale to pick it up or we can drop it right to your site anywhere in Perth.
Frequently Asked Questions
Our hire rates depend on how long you need the gear. We offer great deals whether it’s for a day, a week, or a month. Give us a call on 1300 222 558 or fill out a form on our contact us page and we’ll get you a proper quote.
Too right! We’ve got our own low-loaders and trucks ready to go from our Forrestdale depot. We deliver these 5.5 tonne machines to sites all over Perth and can even head out to regional WA if that’s where the work is.
The Kubota U55 can dump at 4,020mm high and dig down to 3,630mm. That kind of reach is spot on for filling up high-sided tippers or getting deep for stormwater pipes.
This model is 1,960mm wide and 2,550mm high. You’ll need a decent wide path and solid ground to get it into position safely.
No formal national high-risk ticket is legally mandated to dry hire or operate a 5.5 tonne excavator on commercial worksites. However, principal site contractors typically require documented proof of operator competence. Miniquip provides an extensive mechanical induction upon delivery to support your site team.
Why Hire From Miniquip
Reliable Machinery
Competitive Rates
200+ Assets Ready
