Earthmoving and Transport
0.8 Ton Excavator — Kobelco SK008
Hire the Kobelco SK008 when you need a compact mini excavator for tight access digging, small earthmoving jobs, backyard works, landscaping prep, drainage trenches and restricted residential sites. This 0.8 tonne class excavator is built for spaces where a larger machine may be too wide, heavy or awkward to move around safely.
What You Get On Hire
Compact Kobelco SK008 mini excavator hire for Greenbank, Greenbank, Logan, Brisbane and nearby areas
Key Features
- Compact 0.8 tonne class mini excavator for tight access work
- 680 mm crawler width with the undercarriage fully retracted
- Suitable for narrow residential access, backyard works and small site preparation
- 1.5 m maximum digging depth for shallow trenching and small excavation tasks
- 2.83 m maximum digging reach for compact work areas
- 10.5 kN bucket digging force for its size class
- 30.5 cm tail swing overhang over the tracks for working close to walls and boundaries
- Hinged, foldable ROPS structure for restricted height access where suitable
- Practical choice when a 1.7 tonne or 2 tonne excavator is larger than the job needs
Specifications
- Product: Kobelco SK008 Mini Excavator
- Machine class: 0.8 tonne class / compact 1 tonne mini excavator
- Operating weight: 1,035 kg
- Transport dimensions: 2.6 m length x 0.68 m width x 2.3 m height, retracted
- Crawler width: 680 mm with undercarriage fully retracted
- Maximum digging depth: 1.5 m
- Maximum digging reach: 2.83 m
- Bucket digging force: 10.5 kN
- Rated power output: 7.7 kW
- Rated torque: 31.5 Nm
- Fuel tank capacity: 9.7 L
- Tail swing overhang: 305 mm over the tracks
- ROPS: Hinged and foldable structure
Included With Hire
- Kobelco SK008 mini excavator
- Standard machine handover before hire
- Basic hire information for safe and practical use
- Pre-hire condition check where applicable
- Invoice and hire contract details through the booking process
- Manual or machine information can be provided where available
Bucket sizes, attachments and digging setup should be confirmed before booking so we can match the machine to the job properly.
Usage & Suitability
- Tight access digging around homes, yards and small building sites
- Backyard excavation where access width is limited
- Landscaping preparation and garden reshaping
- Small trenching jobs for drainage, irrigation preparation or services planning
- Shallow footing preparation and minor earthmoving
- Site clean-up and small spoil movement when paired with suitable transport equipment
- Work near fences, walls and boundaries where a larger excavator may not fit comfortably
This machine is best suited to compact jobs, careful digging and restricted access work. For deeper excavation, heavier ground, larger cuts or bigger site preparation, a 1.7 tonne or 2 tonne excavator may be a better option.
Power/Fuel/Operation Notes
- Fuel requirements should be confirmed before booking or pickup.
- Return fuelled equipment full where applicable.
- Suitable operation depends on site conditions, operator experience and the type of digging required.
- This is a compact excavator, but it still needs safe access, stable ground and enough working room to operate properly.
Transport & Delivery Notes
- The machine is compact in width, but transport requirements must still be confirmed before hire.
- Operating weight is 1,035 kg, so do not assume it can be transported without checking trailer, vehicle and loading suitability.
- Delivery and collection may be available within 50 km of Greenbank / Greenbank, depending on booking details and site access.
- Delivery is charged at $2.50 per km one-way, calculated depot to site.
- A site contact should be available at handover when delivery is arranged.
- Drivers assist with unloading only.
Safety & Practical Notes
- Check access width, gate openings, height clearance and turning space before booking.
- Confirm underground services, irrigation, drainage lines and other buried items before digging.
- Avoid using the excavator on unstable, excessively wet or unsuitable ground.
- Keep bystanders, children and pets away from the work area.
- Only use the machine within its limits and follow the supplied handover information.
- Ask us before booking if you are unsure whether this is the right excavator size for your job.
Built For Tight Access Digging
The Kobelco SK008 is a useful option when the job is too tight for a larger excavator but still needs real digging power. Its narrow retracted width helps with side access, small yards and residential sites where space is the main challenge.
This excavator suits customers who need to dig, shape, trench or prepare ground without bringing in a larger machine that may be harder to position. It is especially useful for landscaping contractors, builders, plumbers, drainage workers and capable property owners who need compact earthmoving support.
Before booking, think about the access path from the street to the work area. Measure gate openings, check overhead clearance, look at ground firmness and plan where the excavated material will go. If you are digging deeper than 1.5 m, working in very hard ground or moving larger volumes of material, ask us whether a bigger excavator or extra transport equipment would be more suitable.
Short Hire Notes
Minimum hire is 24 hours. Flourish Hire is open Monday to Sunday, 6:30 am to 6:00 pm, with the same rates every day, including weekends and public holidays. No after-hours pickup or return is available.
A $200 bond applies per item and is released after return and inspection. Please return the excavator reasonably clean and refuelled where applicable.
FAQs
What jobs is the Kobelco SK008 best suited for?
The Kobelco SK008 is best suited for tight access excavation, backyard digging, landscaping preparation, shallow trenching, drainage preparation, small footings and compact residential earthmoving jobs. It is designed for restricted spaces where larger excavators may be harder to use.
Is this excavator actually 800 kg?
The page title uses the common 0.8 tonne class naming, but the verified operating weight for the Kobelco SK008 is 1,035 kg. This is important for transport planning, so please confirm pickup or delivery requirements before booking.
How wide is the Kobelco SK008?
The crawler width is 680 mm with the undercarriage fully retracted. This makes it useful for narrow access jobs, but you should still measure gates, paths, side access and turning areas before hiring.
How deep can this mini excavator dig?
The Kobelco SK008 has a maximum digging depth of 1.5 m. For deeper excavation, larger trenches or heavier earthmoving, ask us whether a 1.7 tonne or 2 tonne excavator would be more suitable.
Can I use this excavator near walls or fences?
The SK008 has a compact tail swing overhang of 305 mm over the tracks, which helps when working near walls, fences and boundaries. You still need enough room for safe movement, slewing, digging and spoil placement.
Can I pick this excavator up myself?
Transport suitability must be confirmed before hire. The machine has an operating weight of 1,035 kg, so trailer capacity, vehicle rating, loading setup and safe transport requirements all need to be checked before pickup.
Do you deliver the Kobelco SK008?
Delivery and collection may be available within 50 km of Greenbank / Greenbank. Delivery is charged at $2.50 per km one-way from depot to site. Please share your address, site access and preferred hire dates so we can confirm delivery options.
What should I prepare before hiring this excavator?
Measure your access width, check overhead clearance, confirm ground conditions, plan where spoil will go and identify any underground services before digging. It also helps to send us photos of the access path and work area if the site is tight.
Is this machine suitable for DIY use?
It may suit capable DIY users with suitable experience and a clear job plan. If you are unsure about operating a mini excavator, ground conditions, access or the right machine size, contact us before booking so we can help you choose safely.
Does the hire include attachments?
Do not assume extra attachments are included. Bucket setup, attachments and any special digging requirements should be confirmed before booking.
A compact excavator like this makes sense for tight side access where a bigger machine would be difficult to position. The narrow setup is useful for backyard jobs and careful residential digging.
Good option for small landscaping work where the job needs more than hand tools but does not justify a larger excavator. Planning the spoil area before starting makes the hire much easier.
The compact size helps on restricted sites, especially around fences and tight entries. Measuring the access before booking is important so the machine can be matched to the site properly.
Useful for shallow trenching and small earthmoving jobs where access is the real issue. It is still a proper excavator, so ground conditions and operator experience matter.
For small residential excavation, this machine fills the gap between manual digging and larger earthmoving gear. It is a practical choice when the site is narrow and the job needs controlled digging.
Why Choose Flourish Hire For This Excavator
Flourish Hire helps you choose equipment that suits the actual site, not just the product name. With the Kobelco SK008, that means checking access width, digging depth, transport needs, ground conditions and whether the job calls for this compact excavator or a larger machine.
We support local earthmoving, landscaping and site work across Greenbank, Greenbank, Logan, Brisbane and nearby suburbs within our service area. Delivery and collection may be available within 50 km, and our booking process helps confirm dates, availability and hire details before the machine is sent out.
Before handover, we can provide practical hire information, condition checks and clear expectations for use, fuel, cleaning and return. If your job involves narrow access, small trenches, backyard excavation or careful digging near boundaries, the Kobelco SK008 gives you a compact option backed by local hire support.
Phone Number
Mobile: 0455 494 558
E-Mail & Working Hours
dhillon@flourishhire.com.au
Monday - Sunday: 6:30 am – 6:00 pm
Address
122-128 Teviot Rd, Greenbank QLD 4124, AustraliaAll Equipment List
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Plan This Excavator Hire
Tell us about your digging job, site location, hire dates, access width, ground conditions, transport plans and the type of work you need the excavator for. If the access is narrow or the job is close to walls, fences or services, include those details so we can help confirm whether the Kobelco SK008 is the right machine for your site.