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

The Mini Excavator (3 to 4 Ton) consumes approximately 1.2 gallons per operating hour. At current Mississippi off-road diesel prices ($3.55/gal), fuel adds roughly $4.26/hour to operating expenses.

Mississippi (MS) REGION x0.9 Rate Factor Non-CDL Towable (≤26,000 lbs GCWR)

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

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

In Mississippi, renting a Mini Excavator (3 to 4 Ton) averages $256/day, $801/week, and $2205/month. Delivery freight typically averages $150 plus $3.65/mile based on distance from major hubs like Jackson, Gulfport-Biloxi, Hattiesburg.

2026 contractor pricing index, delivery mobilization freight ($3.65/mi), diesel burn rate (1.2 GPH), and Mississippi DOT transport compliance rules for the Mini Excavator (3 to 4 Ton).

MS Daily Rate

$256 /day

Weekend Term: $356

MS Weekly Rate

$801 /wk

7-Day Commercial Term

MS Monthly Rate

$2205 /mo

28-Day Billing Cycle

Deposit & LDW Waiver

$500

LDW Surcharge: $38/day

⚡ Instant Mississippi Rental & Freight Calculator

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

Rental Duration: 3 Days

Delivery Distance (Miles): 25 Miles

Estimated Mississippi Total (Incl. Base Freight)

$256

Base Rate: $0

Freight: $0

⛽ Mississippi Fuel & Freight Logistics Telemetry

Freight Mileage Rate

$3.65/mile

Base mobilization drop: ~$150

State Diesel Average

$3.55/gal

Consumption: 1.2 gal/hr

DOT Oversize Permit

$25 – $50

Legal width ceiling: 102" (8.5 ft)

Major Dispatch Hubs

Jackson, Gulfport-Biloxi, Hattiesburg

Mississippi Distribution Centers

🚛 Mississippi 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

⚖️ Federal OSHA 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 Mississippi

Compact Track Loader (Skid Steer) $288/day Backhoe Loader (14-Foot Dig Depth) $369/day Crawler Bulldozer (70-95 HP Small/Medium) $522/day Heavy Hydraulic Excavator (20 to 25 Ton) $765/day Compact Wheel Loader (2-3 Yard) $306/day Mini Track Loader (Stand-On / Walk-Behind) $176/day Motor Grader (12-Foot Moldboard) $828/day

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

Missouri ($268/day) Montana ($299/day) Nebraska ($268/day) Minnesota ($294/day) Michigan ($276/day) Massachusetts ($336/day)

❓ Frequently Asked Questions: Renting in Mississippi

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

In Mississippi, renting averages $256/day, $801/week, and $2205/month. Delivery freight typically averages $150 plus $3.65/mile based on distance from major hubs like Jackson, Gulfport-Biloxi, Hattiesburg.

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

No CDL is required to haul a Mini Excavator (3 to 4 Ton) in Mississippi as long as total vehicle combination weight is 26,000 lbs or less. Under Mississippi DOT guidelines, oversize transport permits cost $25 – $50.

What safety standards apply under Federal OSHA?

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