"Rental is a cost-effective way to have the right work tool [attachment] for the right job," says Chris Gustafson, Caterpillar. "Contractors will own the carrier (skid steer or mini-excavator ...

There can be benefits to each, but they depend largely on the situation and equipment utilization. Compact excavators have grown to become a high-volume rental item. A number of factors have ...

The Kubota U17-5 is made for working in tight spaces with its zero tail swing and tracks that can be hydraulically narrowed.