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I think you hit the nail on the head; the size excavator you choose will depend in part on what kind of access you typically have. Rarely are our big projects going through narrow gates, so we rent the mini-x by what the task is at hand. For us, most often that's about a 8,000-12,000 pound machine, but once in awhile is a 36,000 pound machine. If I had to buy one, I'd probably pick a Cat 304 or 305 - but that's me, and shouldn't have much bearing on your decision.
Pelican's right - what you are capable of towing is also important (up to the point that you're doing such large projects that it makes more sense to get bigger trucks/trailers to tow bigger machines).
It doesn't take long to get proficient on a mini-x, so I might be inclined to do it ourselves versus subbing it out, but the availability and likely chance for some serious price competition might make subbing a better option.
Good luck with your decision.
Last edited by Stonehenge : 02-11-2008 at 01:56 PM.
Reason: Needed to clarify that subbing out the work might make more sense given the current economy.
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