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

The Mini Excavator (3 to 4 Ton) consumes approximately 1.2 gallons per operating hour. At current Wisconsin off-road diesel prices ($3.8/gal), fuel adds roughly $4.56/hour to operating expenses.

Wisconsin (WI) REGION x0.96 Rate Factor Non-CDL Towable (≤26,000 lbs GCWR)

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

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

In Wisconsin, renting a Mini Excavator (3 to 4 Ton) averages $274/day, $854/week, and $2352/month. Delivery freight typically averages $150 plus $3.9/mile based on distance from major hubs like Milwaukee, Madison, Green Bay.

2026 contractor pricing index, delivery mobilization freight ($3.9/mi), diesel burn rate (1.2 GPH), and Wisconsin DOT transport compliance rules for the Mini Excavator (3 to 4 Ton).

WI Daily Rate

$274 /day

Weekend Term: $379

WI Weekly Rate

$854 /wk

7-Day Commercial Term

WI Monthly Rate

$2352 /mo

28-Day Billing Cycle

Deposit & LDW Waiver

$500

LDW Surcharge: $38/day

⚡ Instant Wisconsin Rental & Freight Calculator

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

Rental Duration: 3 Days

Delivery Distance (Miles): 25 Miles

Estimated Wisconsin Total (Incl. Base Freight)

$274

Base Rate: $0

Freight: $0

⛽ Wisconsin Fuel & Freight Logistics Telemetry

Freight Mileage Rate

$3.9/mile

Base mobilization drop: ~$150

State Diesel Average

$3.8/gal

Consumption: 1.2 gal/hr

DOT Oversize Permit

$35 – $70

Legal width ceiling: 102" (8.5 ft)

Major Dispatch Hubs

Milwaukee, Madison, Green Bay

Wisconsin Distribution Centers

🚛 Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin

Compact Track Loader (Skid Steer) $307/day Backhoe Loader (14-Foot Dig Depth) $394/day Crawler Bulldozer (70-95 HP Small/Medium) $557/day Heavy Hydraulic Excavator (20 to 25 Ton) $816/day Compact Wheel Loader (2-3 Yard) $326/day Mini Track Loader (Stand-On / Walk-Behind) $187/day Motor Grader (12-Foot Moldboard) $883/day

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

Wyoming ($291/day) Alabama ($262/day) Alaska ($365/day) West Virginia ($262/day) Washington ($331/day) Virginia ($296/day)

❓ Frequently Asked Questions: Renting in Wisconsin

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

In Wisconsin, renting averages $274/day, $854/week, and $2352/month. Delivery freight typically averages $150 plus $3.9/mile based on distance from major hubs like Milwaukee, Madison, Green Bay.

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

No CDL is required to haul a Mini Excavator (3 to 4 Ton) in Wisconsin as long as total vehicle combination weight is 26,000 lbs or less. Under Wisconsin DOT guidelines, oversize transport permits cost $35 – $70.

What safety standards apply under Federal OSHA?

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