SKID STEER RENTAL
IN ORANGEVILLE
The ultimate attachment platform — one compact machine that grades, digs, moves and clears with dozens of tools.
244
Models to rent
26
Brands
$400
Typical day rate
3
Size classes
Overview
Renting a Skid steer in Orangeville
Renting a skid steer in Orangeville, 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.
Orangeville is the county seat of Dufferin County, positioned at the headwaters of the Credit River where the Niagara Escarpment creates dramatic topographic relief across a landscape that transitions rapidly from rolling drumlin and till plain to steep limestone and dolostone outcrops. The Credit River headwaters make this one of Ontario's most ecologically sensitive construction zones, with source water protection regulations and Conservation Authority permits governing nearly every earthworks project within the watershed. Contractors regularly encounter shallow bedrock in the Escarpment zone, requiring hydraulic rock breaking or drilling equipment that flat-ground operators rarely need. The drumlin and till plain terrain to the east and north of the town is clay-rich and slow to drain, extending the window of equipment-limiting wet conditions well into late spring. Orangeville has absorbed significant residential growth as GTA expansion reaches into Dufferin County, with buyers attracted by lower land costs and a quality of life that urban centres cannot match. New subdivision development on the margins of the town requires careful grading to manage the variable topography, stormwater design sensitive to the Credit watershed, and utility installation that must account for rock at varying depths. Cold Dufferin County winters with significant snowfall driven by Escarpment orographic lift create extended road maintenance seasons, with graders and snow clearing equipment in high demand. The agricultural base of Dufferin County, including hay farming and cash crop operations on the rolling till plains, generates demand for drainage maintenance and field preparation equipment through the growing season.
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 Orangeville, 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 | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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.
| Model | 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.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How much does it cost to rent a Skid steer in Orangeville, Ontario?
Day rates for a Skid steer run about $180–$900 in Orangeville, 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 Orangeville, Ontario?
Yes. Many owners offer delivery within a set radius of Orangeville, 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 Orangeville, 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 Orangeville, 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.