Ultra-Compact Power: The Ultimate Restricted Access Solution

The Sunward SWE08F is the "door-opener" of the Brit Plant fleet. Specifically engineered for projects with extreme space constraints, this micro excavator combines a narrow-track design with surprising breakout force, making it the go-to choice for internal strip-outs, garden excavations, and small works.
 
The Brit Plant Deal:
From £64 per week (+VAT) on Contract Hire.
£0 Deposit & Brand New.
🇬🇧 Nationwide UK Delivery (Available for urban utilities, internal demolition, and solar O&M).
 
Premium "Site-Ready" Specification
Despite its small size, our Sunward SWE08F fleet is specified to meet the rigorous safety and environmental standards of modern UK work sites:
 
✅ Expandable Under-Carriage: The tracks hydraulically retract to just 750mm—narrow enough to fit through a standard internal doorway or side gate—and expand to 990mm for increased stability once in position.
 
✅ Foldable ROPS Frame: The safety roll-cage can be easily folded down, allowing the machine to pass under low-clearance areas such as basement ceilings or solar panel arrays.
 
✅ Advanced Servo Joystick Controls: Unlike most micro excavators that use tiring manual levers, our SWE08F fleet is equipped with modern hydraulic pilot joysticks. These provide a relaxed, ergonomic working position for the operator, allowing for ultra-smooth and precise movements. This is essential for high-stakes work, such as digging near live services.
 
✅ Standard Auxiliary Piping: Every machine in our fleet comes pre-piped for attachments, making it ready to run breakers or augers.
 
✅ Stage V Engine: Fully compliant with London ULEZ and NRMM standards, ensuring you can work on green-certified projects without restriction.
 
Why Choose Long-Term Contract Hire?

Moving from unpredictable daily hire to a Brit Plant contract provides your business with financial certainty and operational peace of mind.
 
✅ Inflation-Proof Fixed Costs: Lock in your rate today. Our contract hire ensures your costs remain fixed and frozen, protecting your project margins against inflation and market price hikes.
 
✅ Simplified Project Budgeting: Eliminate "price creep." One transparent monthly invoice makes it easy for your finance team to forecast project costs with 100% accuracy.
 
✅ Access to Brand-New Tech: Avoid the repair costs of older machines. Our fleet is comprised of brand-new Sunward models, ensuring maximum uptime and meeting the strict ESG requirements of major UK clients.
 
Working in a confined area but need zero tail swing? Check out our Wacker Neuson EZ17 Excavator here.
 
Looking for a matching dumper, view our Wacker Neuson DW10 1 ton dumper
 
Price is per week and excludes VAT. Subject to credit approval. Terms and conditions apply.