Backhoes, also known as diggers, are a common fixture on construction sites but are often confused with excavators. While they share similar digging and lifting capabilities, backhoes and excavators differ in size, weight and functionality.
Excavators are generally large equipment weighing up to 200,000 pounds. Their bucket and boom design allow them to rotate a full 360 degrees.
A backhoe, on the other hand, is generally much smaller and shares more similarities in appearance with a tractor. The design means a backhoe can only rotate 200 degrees from side to side. Its front and back buckets can excavate materials, load waste and drag debris toward the vehicle. Renting a backhoe is best for light or medium-duty jobs with versatile applications.
While there are many different types of excavators, their core functionalities are similar. The lifting and digging abilities make them a staple on just about any construction site.
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