EXCAVATOR & DIGGER HIRE IN EAST LOTHIAN
Self-drive or operator excavator and digger hire by C Foster Plant Hire & Groundworks. Wide range of excavator and diggers for hire. Family-run since 1972 in East Lothian. Covering Midlothian, Scottish Borders and the surrounding areas.
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Below you will see a range of some our excavators and diggers for hire, we have machines for all jobs, call us today
HIGH-SPEC EXCAVATION POWER: TAKEUCHI TB2150
The TB2150 is a premium 15.8-tonne excavator packed with comfort, control, and power. Ideal for attachment-heavy tasks, it includes advanced hydraulics, deluxe operator features, and a range of working modes—perfect for serious groundwork, infrastructure, and specialist digging.


VERSATILITY MEETS HEAVY-DUTY POWER: DOOSAN DX140LC-5
The Doosan DX140LC-5 is a powerful 14-tonne excavator with advanced hydraulics and operator comfort features. Ideal for demanding excavation, its efficient engine, spacious cab, and long reach make it a reliable choice for larger-scale construction and drainage work.
ROBUST PERFORMANCE IN A COMPACT FRAME: JCB 8T EXCAVATOR
The JCB 86C-2 offers exceptional digging depth and build quality in a compact 8.6-tonne frame. With a 48 kW diesel engine and conventional tailswing, it delivers reliable performance for mid-sized groundwork, landscaping, and construction projects.


ULTRA-COMPACT AND AGILE: SUNWARD SWE 08B MINI EXCAVATOR
The SWE 08B is perfect for confined spaces and indoor worksites. Weighing just over 1 tonne, this Stage V-compliant mini digger delivers impressive power-to-weight performance, intuitive controls, and excellent transportability for precision tasks in tight access areas.
STREAMLINED LOG PROCESSING WITH SERIOUS POWER: DUUN VM370X
The Duun VM370X log processor delivers efficient firewood production with consistent cuts and reliable handling. Perfect for agricultural or domestic supply, it’s built for heavy use and designed to simplify large-volume timber work with minimum fuss and maximum output.

SUNWARD SWE 90UF
The SWE 90UF has been developed especially for a European market, where contractors, from demolition to rental market, will appreciate a compact machine that delivers heavy-duty performance. It features a very short-tail swing, making it the shortest 9-ton short-tail excavator (by almost 20 cm) available in the market.


SUNWARD SWL 2830 SKID LOADER
The Sunward SWL 2830 skid steer loader is highly versatile and compact enough to be easily manoeuvrable in small spaces. Despite its compact size, you will be impressed by the great breakout force and huge lift capacity. The powerful Kubota engine offers performance, exceptional reliability, long service life and complies with the European Union’s Stage V emission requirements.











