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Small Excavators

Small Excavator FAQs


Is a small excavator right for my project?
When choosing the right excavator for your project, consider the size of the area you’re working in, the type of work to be done and how often the machine needs to be moved.
Small excavators, including 10-ton and 15-ton sizes, work in a variety of urban applications, from landscaping to residential construction, road construction and municipal work. They’re also used for utility work, forestry, agriculture and some surface mining applications.
Small excavators are extremely versatile. They’re powerful, small enough to work in confined spaces and easy to transport. Plus, they accommodate a wide range of attachments for specialized applications.
Need help determining what’s right for your project? Our equipment experts can help you determine the right size of excavator for your specific jobsite needs.

What brands of small excavators does SMS Equipment carry?
SMS Equipment partners with world-class brands like Komatsu and Takeuchi to ensure our customers have access to the most reliable, highest-quality equipment to keep your jobs on time and on budget.
Komatsu is one of the world’s top manufacturers and suppliers of earth-moving machines, including construction, mining and compact construction equipment. Our current lineup of small Komatsu excavators includes the PC130, PC138 and PC170.
Global leader Takeuchi offers highly customizable compact solutions to meet all your light construction and utility needs. Our lineup of small Takeuchi excavators includes the TB2150 and TB2150R.
As our customers’ needs evolve, so does our portfolio of 10-ton and 15-ton excavators. You can expect SMS Equipment to deliver the latest technologies from Komatsu and Takeuchi as they’re released.

How much do small excavators cost?
Small excavators come in a wide range of makes, models and sizes, including 10-ton and 15-ton machines. Their price is based on machine size, add-on features, advanced technology and other customizations.
SMS Equipment experts can help identify the right small excavator for your unique needs and provide you with detailed pricing information. To request a quote, click here.

What technologies are available for small excavators?
SMS Equipment offers a range of after-market smart construction technologies for small excavators that help increase efficiency, productivity and safety on the construction site. Products like Komatsu Smart Construction 3D Machine Guidance and Trimble Earthworks improve grading performance while delivering time- and cost-management tools such as progress tracking, payload monitoring and data management.
Learn more about SMS Equipment’s smart construction solutions and get in touch with our equipment experts to learn how 3D technology can transform your operation.

Can I purchase, rent or rent-to-own a small excavator at SMS Equipment?
SMS Equipment fuels your possibilities with financial flexibility for all your construction equipment purchases.
Our tailored acquisition solutions make it easier to get you into the equipment you need to make your business a success. Whether you’re looking to buy, rent, lease or rent-to-own, we’ll work with you to find the right solution that fits your goals and budget. We even have flexible financing available that includes parts, maintenance and repairs. If your business needs change, we’ll find a solution that better meets your new situation.
Adding a new 10- or 15-ton excavator to your fleet has never been easier with SMS Equipment’s innovative financing solutions. Contact us today to learn more.