What is the typical fuel burn for a Backhoe Loader (14-Foot Dig Depth) in Maine?

The Backhoe Loader (14-Foot Dig Depth) consumes approximately 3.1 gallons per operating hour. At current Maine off-road diesel prices ($4.1/gal), fuel adds roughly $12.71/hour to operating expenses.

Maine (ME) REGION x1.08 Rate Factor CDL Class A Required (>26,000 lbs)

Backhoe Loader (14-Foot Dig Depth) Rental Cost in Maine (2026)

Q: How much does it cost to rent a Backhoe Loader (14-Foot Dig Depth) in Maine?

In Maine, renting a Backhoe Loader (14-Foot Dig Depth) averages $443/day, $1382/week, and $3726/month. Delivery freight typically averages $150 plus $4.4/mile based on distance from major hubs like Portland, Bangor, Lewiston.

2026 contractor pricing index, delivery mobilization freight ($4.4/mi), diesel burn rate (3.1 GPH), and Maine DOT transport compliance rules for the Backhoe Loader (14-Foot Dig Depth).

ME Daily Rate

$443 /day

Weekend Term: $626

ME Weekly Rate

$1382 /wk

7-Day Commercial Term

ME Monthly Rate

$3726 /mo

28-Day Billing Cycle

Deposit & LDW Waiver

$750

LDW Surcharge: $52/day

⚡ Instant Maine Rental & Freight Calculator

Adjust your rental duration and mobilization distance to compute real-time quotes in Maine.

Rental Duration: 3 Days

Delivery Distance (Miles): 25 Miles

Estimated Maine Total (Incl. Base Freight)

$443

Base Rate: $0

Freight: $0

⛽ Maine Fuel & Freight Logistics Telemetry

Freight Mileage Rate

$4.4/mile

Base mobilization drop: ~$150

State Diesel Average

$4.1/gal

Consumption: 3.1 gal/hr

DOT Oversize Permit

$40 – $80

Legal width ceiling: 102" (8.5 ft)

Major Dispatch Hubs

Portland, Bangor, Lewiston

Maine Distribution Centers

🚛 Maine DOT Hauling Rules

Requires 20,000+ lbs Gooseneck / Pintle Hook Trailer (CDL required if GCWR exceeds 26,000 lbs)

Non-CDL GCWR Ceiling: 26,000 lbs max combination

⚖️ Federal OSHA Safety Rules

Public roadway travel requires slow-moving vehicle (SMV) emblem and state DOT highway compliance.

Regulatory Code: OSHA 29 CFR 1926.602

🚜 Other Heavy & Ag Equipment Rentals in Maine

Mini Excavator (3 to 4 Ton) $308/day Compact Track Loader (Skid Steer) $346/day Crawler Bulldozer (70-95 HP Small/Medium) $626/day Heavy Hydraulic Excavator (20 to 25 Ton) $918/day Compact Wheel Loader (2-3 Yard) $367/day Mini Track Loader (Stand-On / Walk-Behind) $211/day Motor Grader (12-Foot Moldboard) $994/day

🗺️ Compare Backhoe Loader (14-Foot Dig Depth) Rates in Nearby States

Maryland ($459/day) Massachusetts ($484/day) Michigan ($398/day) Louisiana ($394/day) Kentucky ($385/day) Kansas ($381/day)

❓ Frequently Asked Questions: Renting in Maine

How much does it cost to rent a Backhoe Loader (14-Foot Dig Depth) in Maine?

In Maine, renting averages $443/day, $1382/week, and $3726/month. Delivery freight typically averages $150 plus $4.4/mile based on distance from major hubs like Portland, Bangor, Lewiston.

Do I need a commercial license or permit to haul in Maine?

Yes, a Commercial Driver's License (CDL Class A) is required to haul a Backhoe Loader (14-Foot Dig Depth) on commercial highways due to vehicle and trailer combined gross weight. Under Maine DOT guidelines, oversize transport permits cost $40 – $80.

What safety standards apply under Federal OSHA?

Commercial jobsites in Maine operate under Federal OSHA and federal standard OSHA 29 CFR 1926.602. Operators must have documented competency training.