SANY 5T Excavator Hire
Serious 5-tonne capability for bigger jobs.
When a 3-tonne machine is not enough. The SANY 5-tonne steps up dig depth, reach, and cycle times for larger extensions, commercial footings, and bulk earthworks.
The SANY 5-tonne excavator sits in the sweet spot between mini excavators and full midi machines. It handles bulk muck-shifting, deeper foundation work, and commercial groundworks while remaining small enough to fit on most residential streets for delivery.
SANY is now one of the world’s largest excavator manufacturers — the build quality has improved dramatically in recent years and the machines offer exceptional value versus JCB or Volvo in the same class. Ideal for self-build projects and professional contractors who need real capacity without the cost of a 7-tonne.
Key features
Ideal for
New build foundations
Full house foundations, strip footings, and sub-base preparation for new builds.
Commercial groundworks
Site clearance, bulk muck-shifting, and car park preparation on commercial projects.
Drainage & utilities
Deeper drainage runs and sewer connections beyond mini excavator capability.
Bulk earthworks
Large garden reshaping, terraced builds, and substantial landscaping projects.
Specifications
| Operating weight | 5,300 kg |
| Engine | Yanmar Stage V diesel |
| Max dig depth | 3,700 mm |
| Max dig reach | 6,200 mm |
| Track width | 1,970 mm |
| Tail swing | 1,390 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 90 L |
Questions about this machine
Legally on private land, no — but most commercial sites will require CPCS A59 or equivalent. We can supply a ticketed operator if needed.
A plant trailer rated for 6+ tonnes, or we can deliver on our own HGV. Most customers choose our delivery given the machine size.
Very — the modern SANY fleet uses Yanmar engines, Kawasaki hydraulics and is designed in Germany. Build quality is now comparable to established European brands at lower cost.
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