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163 models 23 brands Pop. 140,075 From $760/day

MOTOR GRADER RENTAL
IN CAMBRIDGE

Fine grading and road building — the long wheelbase and adjustable moldboard create precise, level surfaces.

163

Models to rent

23

Brands

$1,375

Typical day rate

3

Size classes

Overview

Renting a Motor grader in Cambridge

Renting a motor grader in Cambridge, 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 23 brands, so you can budget accurately and pick the right unit before you send a rental request.

Cambridge is a city born of three historic mill towns, Galt, Preston, and Hespeler, each of which grew along different reaches of the Grand River and its Speed River tributary. This river-dominated geography has given Cambridge a complex urban form and a construction environment shaped by the need to work around and across multiple watercourses on land of variable quality. The Grand River floodplain carries fine sandy and silty alluvial soils that require careful geotechnical assessment for any significant foundation, while the upland areas between river valleys sit on clay and sandy till of generally better bearing capacity. Cambridge has long been a manufacturing hub in the Region of Waterloo, with Toyota's Canadian manufacturing plant in the city's north end representing one of the most significant automotive investments in Ontario. The plant and its surrounding supplier cluster generate periodic facility expansion and retooling construction activity that demands industrial-grade equipment including precision grading machinery, heavy concrete work equipment, and large cranes for building frame erection. The Toyota plant's supply chain has attracted numerous tier-one and tier-two automotive suppliers to Cambridge's industrial parks, creating a dense ecosystem of manufacturing facilities that require ongoing maintenance and periodic expansion. The ION LRT system's extension to Cambridge, connecting the city to Kitchener and Waterloo, has been a long-discussed regional transit priority that is reshaping development planning along the Cambridge portion of the Waterloo Region corridor. Anticipation of the transit connection has accelerated transit-oriented development planning that will drive new construction activity in Cambridge's downtown and along the future transit alignment. The Grand River's heritage mill town character, combined with Cambridge's manufacturing strength and residential growth, creates an equipment rental market that spans industrial heavy work, urban infill construction, and suburban residential development in roughly equal measure.

Graders are rated by horsepower and blade (moldboard) width. Their long frame and multi-axis blade control let a skilled operator hold grade to a fraction of a percent — which is why they finish roads, crown surfaces and cut ditches that no other machine matches.

Quick answer

Renting a motor grader in Cambridge, Ontario typically costs $760–$4,500 per day, or from $3,040 per week and $9,100 per month. Longer rentals lower the effective day rate; delivery, operator and insurance are quoted separately.

MOTOR GRADER RENTAL RATES

Recommended market rates in CAD, from the HeavyRentals rate engine.

PeriodLowTypicalHigh
Per day $760 $1,375 $4,500
Per week $3,040 $5,500 $18,000
Per month $9,100 $16,500 $54,000

MOTOR GRADER SIZE CLASSES

Compact (up to 168 HP)

56 units tracked. Day rates $760–$1,375, weekly from $3,040. Right-size to your access and workload to keep costs down.

Mid-size (168–215 HP)

58 units tracked. Day rates $800–$1,900, weekly from $3,100. Right-size to your access and workload to keep costs down.

Large (215+ HP)

50 units tracked. Day rates $1,100–$4,500, weekly from $4,400. Right-size to your access and workload to keep costs down.

WHAT A MOTOR GRADER IS USED FOR

Fine grading and finishing
Building and maintaining roads
Crowning and ditching
Snow removal and ice control
Site and pad preparation

Grader work is operator-driven, so an experienced hand matters as much as the machine. Confirm whether you need all-wheel drive for slippery or steep conditions, front scarifier or rear ripper attachments for breaking hard surfaces, and a snow wing if the machine will run winter routes.

TOP MOTOR GRADER MODELS

Popular models by recommended day rate — click for full specs.

ModelHPWeightDay rate
Caterpillar 24M3 591 HP 107,600 lb $4,500
Caterpillar 18M 415 HP 77,800 lb $3,200
Caterpillar 18M3 415 HP 78,000 lb $3,200
Komatsu GD825A-2 300 HP 74,000 lb $2,660
Caterpillar 16M 347 HP 60,900 lb $2,500
Caterpillar 16M3 347 HP 62,000 lb $2,500
Hitachi GR-350 300 HP 65,000 lb $2,470
John Deere 872G 345 HP 60,000 lb $2,400
Komatsu GD705A-4 270 HP 59,800 lb $2,375
Hyundai GD825A 290 HP 59,000 lb $2,375
XCMG GR300 310 HP 72,000 lb $2,375
Doosan DM800 270 HP 60,000 lb $2,280
Terex TG250 260 HP 55,000 lb $2,185
Wirtgen 220F 260 HP 55,000 lb $2,185
Volvo CE G990B 320 HP 55,000 lb $2,100
John Deere 870G 295 HP 52,000 lb $2,100
Hitachi GR-300 250 HP 54,200 lb $2,090
SANY SMG300C-6 270 HP 55,000 lb $2,090
XCMG GR280 265 HP 58,400 lb $2,090
LiuGong 6250E 260 HP 55,000 lb $2,090

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.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How much does it cost to rent a Motor grader in Cambridge, Ontario?

Day rates for a Motor grader run about $760–$4,500 in Cambridge, Ontario, with a typical rate near $1,375/day, weekly from $3,040 and monthly from $9,100. 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 Motor grader delivered in Cambridge, Ontario?

Yes. Many owners offer delivery within a set radius of Cambridge, 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 Motor grader in Cambridge, 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 Motor grader models are available to rent?

Our catalog covers 163 Motor grader models across 23 manufacturers, so you can compare specs and rates and pick the right size class for your Cambridge, Ontario project before you reach out.

What's the minimum rental period for a Motor grader?

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.