A large hydraulic attachment, with what looks like a large chisel at the tip, rock breakers vary in size and breaking ability. The main difference is usually what size excavator can handle operating the attachment.
Unsurprisingly, the larger the rock breaker, the larger the excavator you'll need to operate it. If you know you'll need a large, heavy-duty rock breaker to get the job done. You'll want to look at excavator models that can handle the weight and force of the job.
It's important to note that some rock breakers will only work with select makes and models of excavators as well. These are usually stocked by the same hire company though, so if you are hiring both you will usually not have any issues. However, if you are looking at rock breaker hire for an excavator you already have in your fleet, you'll want to discuss if their stock is compatible with your fleet.
Depending on the needs of your project, you may find you actually need a number of different rock breakers to handle different terrains. Different rockers will have different weight to power ratios, and some will be better suited for tougher, thicker terrain while others can be used for softer, more easily broken terrain. While the more powerful rock breakers will generally be the best option for both, you may want to have backup breakers to reduce the wear and tear, or you might want a rock breaker that's less powerful so you'll be less likely to go overboard when breaking the rocks around your worksite.
If you're hiring only the rock breaker from your chosen hire company and not an excavator, you'll need to organise freight or pickup as well. Rock breakers are large, heavy attachments, so you'll almost definitely want to consider hiring or bringing your trailer if you're picking up the attachment yourself. Some of the smaller rock breakers, used with mini excavators, may be transportable in the back of a car or ute. However, a trailer or small truck will be required if you are hiring one of the larger rock breakers on the market.
Whether you need to break a couple rocks around the worksite, or you need to break apart an entire work area before construction can begin, rock breaker hire might be the solution for you. Contact your local hire company to discuss hire rates and availability in your area today.
