The Yanmar SV08-1D is the smallest machine in the Altrax hire fleet and the one that gets into places nothing else can. At 680mm wide and 1,035kg, it fits through a standard residential side gate, moves down a narrow laneway, and operates in indoor spaces where even a 1.7-tonne machine would be too large to manoeuvre. For jobs where access is the primary constraint, it is the first machine to consider.

Despite its size, the SV08-1D is a capable excavator. The diesel engine delivers 7.7kW of output, the dig depth reaches 1,500mm, and adjustable width tracks allow the machine to narrow further for entry before widening on site for stability. Rubber tracks keep ground disturbance low, making it suitable for finished surfaces, lawns, and sensitive site conditions where protecting the ground matters.

The machine is well suited to precision work, including trenching for services, excavating in tight courtyards, digging around existing structures, and preparing foundations in restricted residential environments. It is straightforward to operate, with a low noise diesel engine that keeps it practical for use in occupied or noise-sensitive areas across Melbourne’s inner suburbs.

Available for hire across Melbourne and Victoria, the Yanmar SV08-1D is the go-to machine for contractors, landscapers, plumbers, and builders who need excavation capability in spaces that rule out anything larger.