What is the typical fuel burn for a Mini Excavator (3 to 4 Ton) in Minnesota?

The Mini Excavator (3 to 4 Ton) consumes approximately 1.2 gallons per operating hour. At current Minnesota off-road diesel prices ($3.85/gal), fuel adds roughly $4.62/hour to operating expenses.

Minnesota (MN) REGION x1.03 Rate Factor Non-CDL Towable (≤26,000 lbs GCWR)

Mini Excavator (3 to 4 Ton) Rental Cost in Minnesota (2026)

Q: How much does it cost to rent a Mini Excavator (3 to 4 Ton) in Minnesota?

In Minnesota, renting a Mini Excavator (3 to 4 Ton) averages $294/day, $917/week, and $2524/month. Delivery freight typically averages $150 plus $4.2/mile based on distance from major hubs like Minneapolis-St. Paul, Rochester, Duluth.

2026 contractor pricing index, delivery mobilization freight ($4.2/mi), diesel burn rate (1.2 GPH), and Minnesota DOT transport compliance rules for the Mini Excavator (3 to 4 Ton).

MN Daily Rate

$294 /day

Weekend Term: $407

MN Weekly Rate

$917 /wk

7-Day Commercial Term

MN Monthly Rate

$2524 /mo

28-Day Billing Cycle

Deposit & LDW Waiver

$500

LDW Surcharge: $38/day

⚡ Instant Minnesota Rental & Freight Calculator

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

Rental Duration: 3 Days

Delivery Distance (Miles): 25 Miles

Estimated Minnesota Total (Incl. Base Freight)

$294

Base Rate: $0

Freight: $0

⛽ Minnesota Fuel & Freight Logistics Telemetry

Freight Mileage Rate

$4.2/mile

Base mobilization drop: ~$150

State Diesel Average

$3.85/gal

Consumption: 1.2 gal/hr

DOT Oversize Permit

$35 – $80

Legal width ceiling: 102" (8.5 ft)

Major Dispatch Hubs

Minneapolis-St. Paul, Rochester, Duluth

Minnesota Distribution Centers

🚛 Minnesota DOT Hauling Rules

10k-14k lbs Tandem Axle Trailer (Class C Towable with 3/4 Ton Truck)

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

⚖️ MNOSHA (State Plan) Safety Rules

No state license needed for private land. Commercial jobsites require OSHA 1926.602 safety orientation.

Regulatory Code: OSHA 29 CFR 1926.602(a)

🚜 Other Heavy & Ag Equipment Rentals in Minnesota

Compact Track Loader (Skid Steer) $330/day Backhoe Loader (14-Foot Dig Depth) $422/day Crawler Bulldozer (70-95 HP Small/Medium) $597/day Heavy Hydraulic Excavator (20 to 25 Ton) $876/day Compact Wheel Loader (2-3 Yard) $350/day Mini Track Loader (Stand-On / Walk-Behind) $201/day Motor Grader (12-Foot Moldboard) $948/day

🗺️ Compare Mini Excavator (3 to 4 Ton) Rates in Nearby States

Mississippi ($256/day) Missouri ($268/day) Montana ($299/day) Michigan ($276/day) Massachusetts ($336/day) Maryland ($319/day)

❓ Frequently Asked Questions: Renting in Minnesota

How much does it cost to rent a Mini Excavator (3 to 4 Ton) in Minnesota?

In Minnesota, renting averages $294/day, $917/week, and $2524/month. Delivery freight typically averages $150 plus $4.2/mile based on distance from major hubs like Minneapolis-St. Paul, Rochester, Duluth.

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

No CDL is required to haul a Mini Excavator (3 to 4 Ton) in Minnesota as long as total vehicle combination weight is 26,000 lbs or less. Under Minnesota DOT guidelines, oversize transport permits cost $35 – $80.

What safety standards apply under MNOSHA (State Plan)?

Commercial jobsites in Minnesota operate under MNOSHA (State Plan) and federal standard OSHA 29 CFR 1926.602(a). Operators must have documented competency training.