Backhoes and Backhoe Loaders Pricing and Costs

Dig up a price for backhoes and backhoe loaders

If you need to acquire backhoes and backhoe loaders for a construction project, then one of your first questions probably has to do with the cost. Whether you need compact backhoes, regular backhoes or long backhoes, you'll find backhoes and backhoe loaders pricing and costs vary widely depending on the type of machine.

So before you contact backhoe dealers, take a moment to figure out what type of backhoe your project requires. Determine what the digging depth you will be working with, what type of attachments you will need and calculate how long you will need the backhoe for. Then decide if you want to:

1. Buy new backhoes;

2. Buy used backhoes;

3. Or rent backhoes.

 

Find prices for new backhoes

Prices for new backhoes vary widely, based on digging depth. Compact backhoes with a digging depth of around 10 feet will cost you $25,000 to $35,000. Backhoes with a digging depth of 14 to 16 feet are typically priced between $55,000 and $90,000. Backhoes with a digging depth of more than 16 feet often cost more than $100,000.
Try: BuyerZone.com is a great source of more information about prices for new backhoes and backhoe loaders. Interaction Media Group discusses operating costs for new backhoes, such as fuel and tires.

Get cost estimates for used backhoes

If you're looking for a deal on your purchase of backhoes, then consider buying from a used backhoe dealer. You may not be able to find the exact type of backhoe that you want, but if you have some flexibility, you can save a great deal of money. Similar to new backhoes, the prices of used backhoes vary widely depending on the backhoe's digging depth and age. Generally, you can expect to pay in the range of $10,000 to $60,000.
Try: Check out LinkedAds.com to see sample prices of used backhoes for sale. Backhoes For Sale, is also a good resource for estimating the cost of used backhoes.

Budget enough money to rent backhoes and backhoe loaders

If you only need backhoes and backhoe loaders on a temporary basis, then you may want to consider renting. You should be able to find a standard rental unit for around $300 per day, $1,000 per week and $2,500 per month. Don't forget a newer, more powerful unit will be more expensive to rent, and costs vary depending on geographic region.
Try: To get an exact quote for your location and the type of backhoe that you would like to rent, visit Gold Coast Hi Lift or Sunbelt Rentals. Simply enter your zip code or fill out a form to request a quote.

 

• Don't forget that options such as specialized attachments, automatic transmission and four-wheel drive will add to the cost of backhoes.

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