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Save money on machinery with Digger King

Digger King’s 1.3-tonne mini excavator and trailer package has proven to be a winner for a plumbing and electrical company on the Central Coast

Finding affordable new machinery is often a challenge in today’s market and can require significant research when looking for equipment that’s not from traditional international original equipment manufacturers. Digger King aims to make this process easier through its cost-effective selection of machinery, complimented by its comprehensive information videos and client testimonials.

For Coast to Coast Hot Water, Plumbing and Electrical’s Matthew Schilder, Digger King was an ideal choice when purchasing a new mini excavator.

After initially researching online for affordable new mini excavators, Schilder says he was immediately intrigued by the proposition of Digger King and wanted to find out more.

Receiving positive feedback, Schilder decided to purchase a 1.3-tonne mini excavator.

“The biggest factor for us was the cost,” Schilder says.

Based on the Central Coast of New South Wales, the plumbing and electrical company has since been undertaking trenching work with the new 1.3-tonne machine, for new electrical lines and plumbing repairs.

With the capacity to dig down to 1,650mm (1.65m), the mini excavator has been able to create these trenches with ease.

Schilder has been so impressed with the mini excavator that not only is he using it for work purposes, but also for personal use.

“My farm has needed a bit of ongoing maintenance, so I’ve been using it on my property as well,” he says.

Schilder received a heavy-duty trailer from Digger King as part of the package. Image: Digger King

Powered by a 14hp (10.2kW) 3-cylinder Kubota engine, Digger King machinery comes with various-sized buckets, including a 200mm GP bucket, 400mm GP bucket and a 500mm mud bucket. Additionally, a ripper, grab and claw are also included.

To make it easier and more efficient when swapping between these different attachments, a quick hitch is also integrated onto the mini excavator.

Schilder has also found himself a means of easily transporting the machine, thanks to Digger King’s heavy-duty trailer, which was included in the purchase package.

Four-wheel electric brakes are included on the trailer, as well as easy fold down ramps to ensure Schilder can safely load and unload his gear.

In the unlikely event Schilder’s new mini excavator breaks down, he knows Digger King’s warranty has him in safe hands. The OEM will supply parts and labour for the first year of the machine’s operational life to get it back up and running.

A three-year parts warranty from the date of purchase is also offered, further instilling confidence in Schilder that he has the full support of Digger King.

Schilder says one of the biggest highlights of using the machine is the mini excavator’s swing boom.

“Where we can get it stands out the most,” he says.

“It can get into a lot of tight-access places, which has been fantastic for us. I haven’t had any issues with the machine, and it’s performed really well.”

For more information on the Digger King’s 1.3-tonne mini excavator trailer package, visit diggerking.com.au

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