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Plant and Tool Hire in Rugby

If you are not using a tool regularly then it makes perfect sense to take advantage of Melbros' Plant & Tool Hire services. Melbros have been offering quality tool hire for over twenty years and we offer a range of machinery and tools to get your job done. We can of course deliver our large machinery to your site.

DIGGERS
Diggers
JCB Micro Digger 1T

JCB Micro Digger 1 Tonne Excavator

Compact excavator suitable for restricted-access groundwork - perfect to fit through most garden gates!

24 hours

£80 ex VAT

£96 inc VAT

48 hours

£120 ex VAT

£144 inc VAT

1 week

£160 ex VAT

£192 inc VAT

  • Available with 225mm, 300mm, 400mm, 600mm and Ditching buckets

  • Delivery only, prices may vary

  • Under 850mm wide to easily fit through standard doorways and tight gates

  • Adjust width for tight gaps and expands for maximum digging stability

  • Lower safety bars to clear low overheads, basements, and interior entryways.

JCB Mini Digger 1.5T

JCB Mini Digger 1.5 Tonne Excavator

Compact 1.5-tonne excavator offering superior power for residential projects - nimble enough for tight access while tackling heavy groundwork!

24 hours

£97.50 ex VAT

£117 inc VAT

48 hours

£146.25 ex VAT

£175.50 inc VAT

1 week

£195 ex VAT

£234 inc VAT

  • Available with 300mm, 450mm, 600mm and Ditching buckets

  • Delivery only, prices may vary

  • Easily navigates narrow garden gates and restricted residential job sites

  • Narrows to squeeze through tight gaps, expands for maximum stability

  • Delivers impressive breakout force for heavy-duty digging tasks.

JCB Mini Digger 2.8T

JCB Mini Digger 2.8 Tonne Excavator

Compact excavator built for larger residential projects - delivers extra digging power while maintaining maneuverability for tight sites!

24 hours

£147.50 ex VAT

£177 inc VAT

48 hours

£221.25 ex VAT

£265.50 inc VAT

1 week

£295 ex VAT

£354 inc VAT

  • Available with 300mm, 450mm, 600mm and Ditching buckets

  • Delivery only, prices may vary

  • Delivers superior digging power and lifting capacity for larger residential projects

  • Navigates restricted job sites while maintaining exceptional operational stability

  • Provides smooth, precise multi-function control for demanding excavation tasks.

JCB Midi Digger 5.5T

JCB Midi Digger 5.5 Tonne Excavator

Robust midi excavator built for heavy-duty commercial groundwork - delivering massive power and stability for large-scale earthmoving projects!

24 hours

£245 ex VAT

£294 inc VAT

48 hours

£367.50 ex VAT

£441 inc VAT

1 week

£490 ex VAT

£588 inc VAT

  • Available with 300mm, 450mm, 600mm and Ditching buckets

  • Delivery only, prices may vary

  • Rotates entirely within its track width for safe operation in confined spaces

  • Delivers superior tearout forces and deep digging depths for heavy commercial work

  • Features 100% pressed steel body panels for maximum durability and easy site repairs.

SKIP LOADERS
Skip Loaders
JCB Dumpster HTD5 0.5T

JCB 0.5 Tonne Tracked Dumpster

Compact high-tip dumpster engineered for restricted residential spaces - designed to navigate tight pathways and clear narrow doorways!

24 hours

£50 ex VAT

£60 inc VAT

48 hours

£75 ex VAT

£90 inc VAT

1 week

£100 ex VAT

£120 inc VAT

  • Delivery only, prices may vary

  • Hydraulically tips loads directly into skips or high-sided transport vehicles effortlessly

  • Slips easily through standard doorways and tight residential garden gates

  • Provides reliable traction across muddy or uneven terrain on busy jobsites.

JCB Mini Skip Loader 1T

JCB 1 Tonne Mini Skip Loader

Compact high-tip mini skip loader built for tight spaces - designed to navigate narrow garden gates and transport materials effortlessly!

24 hours

£80.50 ex VAT

£96.60 inc VAT

48 hours

£109.25 ex VAT

£131.10 inc VAT

1 week

£115 ex VAT

£138 inc VAT

  • Delivery only, prices may vary

  • Easily tips materials directly into standard skips or elevated transport vehicles

  • Navigates tight residential pathways and narrow gateway clearances with ease

  • Carries up to one tonne of material to streamline site cleanup operations.

DUMPERS
Dumpers
JCB Dumper 3T

JCB 3 Tonne Dumper

Robust site dumper built for heavy-duty material transport - engineered to handle rough terrain and boost productivity on larger building sites!

24 hours

£122.50 ex VAT

£147 inc VAT

48 hours

£166.25 ex VAT

£199.50 inc VAT

1 week

£175 ex VAT

£210 inc VAT

  • Delivery only, prices may vary

  • Carries up to 3,000kg of material to maximize on-site productivity

  • Rotates the skip 180 degrees for easy side-tipping in confined areas

  • Delivers exceptional traction and stability across uneven terrain with four-wheel drive.

JCB Dumper 6T

JCB 6 Tonne Dumper

Heavy-duty site dumper built for high-capacity material transport - engineered for maximum output and durability on large construction sites!

24 hours

£175 ex VAT

£210 inc VAT

48 hours

£237.50 ex VAT

£285 inc VAT

1 week

£250 ex VAT

£300 inc VAT

  • Delivery only, prices may vary

  • Carries up to 6,000kg of material to maximize large-scale site productivity

  • Enables smooth, quick direction changes to speed up heavy-duty earthmoving cycles

  • Features ROPS protection and high-visibility mirrors for secure site operation.

TWIN DRUM ROLLERS
Twin Rollers
JCB Twin Roller 160-80cm

160-80cm Twin Drum Roller

Compact vibratory roller engineered for tight compaction spaces - designed to smooth narrow pathways and fit through restricted site gates!

24 hours

£75 ex VAT

£90 inc VAT

48 hours

£112.50 ex VAT

£135 inc VAT

1 week

£150 ex VAT

£180 inc VAT

  • Delivery only, prices may vary

  • Measures approximately 80cm wide to fit through narrow paths and restricted trenches

  • Provides powerful compaction and smooth finishing performance across asphalt and sub-base materials

  • Delivers efficient compaction force to maximize density and surface smoothness quickly.

JCB Twin Roller 260-120cm

260-120cm Twin Drum Roller

Heavy-duty tandem roller built for wider compaction projects - engineered to deliver smooth, professional finishes across large paving and sub-base areas!

24 hours

£90 ex VAT

£108 inc VAT

48 hours

£135 ex VAT

£162 inc VAT

1 week

£180 ex VAT

£216 inc VAT

  • Delivery only, prices may vary

  • Features a 1,200mm drum width to cover large paving areas quickly and efficiently

  • Offers switchable vibration settings across both drums for superior compaction

  • Includes adjustable drum offset to protect curbs and improve compaction accuracy.

VIBRATING PLATES
Vibrating Plates
Wacker Neuson Vibrating Plate 300mm

300mm Vibrating (Wacker) Plate

Compact vibratory plate designed for narrow trench compaction - perfect to slip easily into tight spaces and restricted footings!

24 hours

£25 ex VAT

£30 inc VAT

48 hours

£37.50 ex VAT

£45 inc VAT

1 week

£50 ex VAT

£60 inc VAT

  • Available for delivery or collection, prices may vary

  • Measures 300mm wide to maneuver inside narrow trenches and restricted footings

  • Compactor plate delivers powerful impact to achieve maximum soil and aggregate density quickly

  • Features a low-vibration handle to reduce operator fatigue during extended tasks.

Wacker Neuson Vibrating Plate 400mm

400mm Vibrating (Wacker) Plate

Compact vibratory plate built for efficient trench compaction - engineered to deliver powerful surface smoothing across wider footings and pathways!

24 hours

£30 ex VAT

£36 inc VAT

48 hours

£45 ex VAT

£54 inc VAT

1 week

£60 ex VAT

£72 inc VAT

  • Available for delivery or collection, prices may vary

  • Features a 400mm base for efficient compaction across broader trenches and paths

  • Compactor plate delivers powerful centrifugal impact to quickly settle granular soils and sub-bases

  • Includes folding handles and lifting points for easy site transport and storage.

Wacker Neuson Vibrating Plate 500mm

500mm Vibrating (Wacker) Plate

Compact vibratory plate engineered for larger sub-base compaction - built to cover wide areas quickly with powerful smoothing performance!

24 hours

£30 ex VAT

£36 inc VAT

48 hours

£45 ex VAT

£54 inc VAT

1 week

£60 ex VAT

£72 inc VAT

  • Available for delivery or collection, prices may vary

  • Features a 500mm plate width to cover large foundational areas quickly and efficiently

  • Compactor plate delivers powerful centrifugal force for deep soil, gravel, and asphalt compaction

  • Engineered for smooth maneuverability and operator comfort across extensive projects.

CEMENT MIXERS
Cement Mixers
Belle Half Bag Electric Cement Mixer

Minimix 150 Electric Cement Mixer

Compact electric cement mixer built for small-scale masonry work - perfect to mix batches smoothly right in tight backyards!

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24 hours

£17.50 ex VAT

£21 inc VAT

48 hours

£26.25 ex VAT

£31.50 inc VAT

1 week

£35 ex VAT

£42 inc VAT

  • Requires a transformer, which can be hired from £12 inc VAT per week

  • Available for delivery or collection, prices may vary

  • Features lightweight, compact proportions for easy transport and storage

  • Mixes ideal batch sizes for small residential bricklaying and patio projects.

Belle Half Bag Petrol Cement Mixer

Minimix 150 Petrol Cement Mixer

Compact petrol cement mixer built for off-grid masonry work—perfect to mix batches smoothly right on remote backyards!

24 hours

£17.50 ex VAT

£21 inc VAT

48 hours

£26.25 ex VAT

£31.50 inc VAT

1 week

£35 ex VAT

£42 inc VAT

  • Available for delivery or collection, prices may vary

  • Operates independently of electrical grids for total mobility on remote jobsites

  • Features a compact, lightweight design with wheels for easy transport around sites

  • Mixes reliable amounts of concrete or mortar for small masonry projects.

ACROWS AND STRONGBOYS
Acros & Strongboys
Acrow Props

Acrows

Compact adjustable prop built for reliable structural support - perfect to secure ceilings and walls during tight renovation projects!

24 hours

£2.50 ex VAT

£3 inc VAT

48 hours

£3.75 ex VAT

£4.50 inc VAT

1 week

£5 ex VAT

£6 inc VAT

Available in:

  • Size 0 - 3'5" to 6'

  • Size 1 - 5'9" - 10'3"

  • Size 2 - 6'6" - 11'

  • Size 3 - 8'6" - 13'

  • Available for delivery or collection, prices may vary

  • Telescopic design easily adjusts to support walls, ceilings, and heavy structures securely

  • Built from robust materials to deliver reliable, high-load structural support on site

  • Quick-pin mechanism allows for fast installation and reliable load securing.

Strongboy Prop

Strongboys

Compact masonry support blade engineered for safe brickwork propping - perfect to slide securely beneath walls during tight structural alterations!

24 hours

£5 ex VAT

£6 inc VAT

48 hours

£7.50 ex VAT

£9 inc VAT

1 week

£10 ex VAT

£12 inc VAT

  • Available for delivery or collection, prices may vary

  • Slides easily beneath brick courses to support masonry during structural alterations

  • Built from robust materials to handle high load-bearing capacities with confidence

  • Designed to pair securely with standard props for dependable overhead stability.

Hire Process
Melbros Overhead
The Hire Process
The Hire Process
  1. Give our friendly team a call on 01788 866945 or visit us in store 

  2. Let us know what tool or plant you would like to hire. If you are unsure what is most suitable for your job, our team will be happy to help

  3. You will need to provide the site address, a site contact, expected hire duration and your name. You may also be asked to provide Photo ID if you are a first -time hire customer

  4. Our operator will take a deposit for your hire item

  5. Enjoy use of your hire item at your named site

  6. Give us a call once the item is ready to collect, or bring it back to us in store. Hire charges apply from the point of delivery to the moment you tell us it's ready to collect (or return it in store)

  7. Expect a call from one of our team within a week of return to return your deposit, minus hire charges (and delivery/ diesel use if applicable).

More Information
  1. All of our hire items exclude insurance, you will need to arrange this privately

  2. All hire is of the machine only; no operator will be supplied. Our friendly delivery team are always happy to give you a rundown if required, just ask upon delivery!

  3. Where you hire an item for more than one week (168 hours), an extra 24 hours will be charged at the "24 hours" rate, an extra 48 hours at the "48 hours" rate, and an extra 49-168 hours at the "one week" rate

  4. Any hires ranging from 49-168 hours are charged at the "one week" rate

  5. See full Hire Terms and Conditions at https://www.melbros.com/sale-hire-terms-conditions

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