Smiths Hire has made a significant investment in Kubota equipment, adding 35 excavators to its fleet.
Based in Blackpool, Smiths operates 16 depots in areas such as Liverpool, Leeds, Manchester and Preston. Having recently celebrated its 50th anniversary, the company has recently expanded its business and will be adding a further three depots later this year, in Burnley, Castleford and Morecambe.
The recent purchase strengthens a multi-year relationship with Kubota dealer PV Dobson, which supplied all 35 excavators.
Explaining the demand for the new equipment, Smiths Hire MD Thomas Smith said: “While we’re always extremely busy at this time of year, with a lot more people working at home, and current restrictions allowing construction work to continue, home-scale projects are on the rise and demand for smaller excavators is huge. This is especially the case for Kubota’s sub-5 tonne range, which are perfect for domestic jobs.
“Smiths Hire has been working with Kubota for the past 20 years and our whole fleet, in excess of 120 excavators, is Kubota. They’re extremely reliable, come with an excellent backup service, and perhaps most important - customers love them.”
The U10-3, KX016-4, U17-3a and U27-4 models make up the majority of the recent acquisitions, with two five-tonne U50-5 mini excavators providing extra weight and power. The RedDot Award-winning machine features a redesigned interior, enhanced operator comforts and a Stage V engine.
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