SKID STEER LOCATION
IN MILTON
The ultimate attachment platform — one compact machine that grades, digs, moves and clears with dozens of tools.
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Models to rent
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Typical day rate
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Size classes
Overview
Renting a Skid steer in Milton
Renting a skid steer à Milton, Ontario gives you the right machine for the job without the capital, maintenance and storage cost of owning one. This page brings together real recommended rates, size classes and the models available across 26 brands, so you can budget accurately and pick the right unit before you send a rental request.
Milton détient le titre de municipalité canadienne qui connaît la croissance la plus rapide pendant de longues périodes, une distinction gagnée par sa position à l'intersection de la géographie de l'escarpement du Niagara, de l'accès à la route 401 et du corridor du train GO. La ville chevauche l'escarpement lui-même, avec les parties plus anciennes de la communauté assises dans les terres argileuses plates au sud de l'escarpement, tandis que de nouvelles zones de croissance poussent au nord et à l'ouest dans le plateau calcaire au-dessus. Cette transition géologique de l'argile cohésive à la roche calcaire peu profonde est l'un des défis de construction de Milton, car les promoteurs et les entrepreneurs rencontrent souvent des roches dures à moins de un à deux mètres de la surface dans les parties supérieures de la ville. La géologie calcaire qui sous-tend le nord de Milton est activement extraite à la carrière de Dufferin Aggregats de Milton, l'une des plus grandes carrières actives en Ontario, et dans d'autres activités à proximité le long de l'escarpement. La roche de ballast et le calcaire concassé provenant de ces opérations alimentent la demande globale de construction de la GTA et la présence de formes de carrière actives dans l'utilisation des terres et la planification de la construction pour des portions importantes des zones de croissance de Milton. Les entrepreneurs qui travaillent dans le nord de Milton connaissent bien la coordination du dynamitage des roches, l'utilisation de marteaux hydrauliques et l'utilisation de plates-formes de forage pour les fondations de pieux qui ne peuvent pas atteindre le substratum rocheux par des méthodes conventionnelles. Le corridor du train GO à travers le centre-ville de Milton, avec des services desservant Union Station à Toronto, a fait de Milton une destination de choix pour les navetteurs de la GTA et a entraîné une croissance explosive de l'aménagement résidentiel à basse altitude qui ne montre aucun signe de diminution. Ce moteur de construction résidentiel nécessite le déploiement continu de pelles, niveleuses, compacteurs et équipements de construction de routes à travers plusieurs phases de subdivisions fonctionnant simultanément. Le développement commercial et institutionnel à la suite de la vague de croissance résidentielle accroît la demande d'équipement à chaque étape du cycle de croissance de la ville.
Skid steers (and their tracked cousins, compact track loaders) are rated by operating capacity and horsepower, but their real value is the attachment ecosystem — buckets, forks, augers, breakers, mulchers, grapples, brooms and more turn one machine into a whole fleet.
Quick answer
Renting a skid steer in Milton, Ontario typically costs $180–$900 per day, or from $720 per week and $1,945 per month. Longer rentals lower the effective day rate; delivery, operator and insurance are quoted separately.
SKID STEER RENTAL RATES
Recommended market rates in CAD, from the HeavyRentals rate engine.
| Period | Faible | Typical | Élevé |
|---|---|---|---|
| Per day | $180 | $400 | $900 |
| Per week | $720 | $1,580 | $3,500 |
| Per month | $1,945 | $4,750 | $10,500 |
SKID STEER SIZE CLASSES
Compact (up to 66 HP)
86 units tracked. Day rates $180–$505, weekly from $720. Right-size to your access and workload to keep costs down.
Mid-size (66–84 HP)
80 units tracked. Day rates $280–$530, weekly from $1,105. Right-size to your access and workload to keep costs down.
Large (84+ HP)
80 units tracked. Day rates $340–$900, weekly from $1,360. Right-size to your access and workload to keep costs down.
WHAT A SKID STEER IS USED FOR
Choose wheeled skid steers for hard surfaces, speed and lower cost; choose compact track loaders for soft, wet or sloped ground where flotation and traction matter. Confirm the machine's hydraulic flow (standard vs high-flow) matches any powered attachment you plan to run, and ask what attachments the owner can include.
TOP SKID STEER MODELS
Popular models by recommended day rate — click for full specs.
| Modèle | HP | Weight | Day rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manitou 3300VT | 175 HP | 47,000 lb | $900 |
| Manitou 2150RT | 155 HP | 38,500 lb | $800 |
| Manitou 4050 | 116 HP | 17,500 lb | $760 |
| Caterpillar 297D3 | 116 HP | 11,500 lb | $710 |
| Caterpillar 299D3 | 116 HP | 11,200 lb | $700 |
| Bobcat S850 | 116 HP | 11,200 lb | $700 |
| Caterpillar 287D3 | 116 HP | 10,500 lb | $660 |
| Caterpillar 289D3 | 116 HP | 10,100 lb | $650 |
| CASE SV340B | 116 HP | 12,800 lb | $640 |
| CASE SV340 | 116 HP | 12,500 lb | $635 |
| Bobcat S770 | 110 HP | 9,900 lb | $630 |
| Komatsu SK1036-5 | 117 HP | 12,800 lb | $630 |
| Volvo CE MC135C | 130 HP | 12,200 lb | $630 |
| Manitou 2850RT | 90 HP | 14,200 lb | $625 |
| Caterpillar 279D3 | 100 HP | 9,700 lb | $620 |
| Caterpillar 272D3 | 116 HP | 9,200 lb | $600 |
| JCB 330 | 99 HP | 10,200 lb | $600 |
| Bobcat S86 | 116 HP | 10,200 lb | $600 |
| Manitou 1840R | 129 HP | 30,000 lb | $600 |
| Manitou 2050ST | 129 HP | 32,000 lb | $600 |
HOW RENTING WORKS
Compare & request
Browse models and rates, then send a dated rental request. Your contact details stay private.
Owner confirms
The owner confirms availability, dates and final price — plus any delivery, operator or insurance you asked to quote.
E-sign the contract
Both parties e-sign a binding contract in-platform; only then are contacts shared and the machine reserved.
Work & return
Use the machine, then both parties confirm the return and leave a review — building on-platform reputation.
FOIRE AUX QUESTIONS
How much does it cost to rent a Skid steer in Milton, Ontario?
Day rates for a Skid steer run about $180–$900 in Milton, Ontario, with a typical rate near $400/day, weekly from $720 and monthly from $1,945. Owners set final pricing based on size, age and how long you need it; delivery and an operator are usually quoted separately.
Can I get a Skid steer delivered in Milton, Ontario?
Yes. Many owners offer delivery within a set radius of Milton, Ontario for a fee based on distance, and you can request a delivery quote right inside your rental request so it's confirmed before you commit.
Do I need an operator to rent a Skid steer in Milton, Ontario?
You can rent bare (operate it yourself) or request a certified operator with your rental. For larger machines an operator is common; either way, everything is arranged and priced on-platform before the contract is signed.
How many Skid steer models are available to rent?
Our catalog covers 244 Skid steer models across 26 manufacturers, so you can compare specs and rates and pick the right size class for your Milton, Ontario project before you reach out.
What's the minimum rental period for a Skid steer?
Most owners rent by the day, week or month with a minimum period (often 1–3 days). For projects longer than a few days, ask for a weekly or monthly rate — the effective day rate drops significantly.