Recreational, Equipment & Machinery Hire in Atherton Tablelands
Unleash Your Project’s Potential
At Eclipse Hire, we’re dedicated to empowering builders, landscapers, and homeowners across the Atherton Tablelands, Cairns, and surrounding areas with top-tier machinery hire solutions.
We understand that buying equipment outright isn't always feasible—that’s why we offer a comprehensive range of rental equipment to bring your projects to life efficiently and affordably. Whether you’re excavating with our 1.7T, 4T, or 8T excavators, levelling with tracked and wheeled Bobcats, or transporting materials with our plant and car trailers, we have everything you need to achieve precision and productivity. For recreational needs, we provide caravans, camper trailers, and camping gear to suit any outdoor venture.
Locally owned and operated, we pride ourselves on resourceful service, flexible rental terms, and competitive rates. With dry hire options, Eclipse Hire lets you maintain control while staying cost-effective. Call us on 0419 741 459 to discuss how we can support your next project with our extensive machinery hire range.
Machinery
Excavators 1.7, 4 & 8 Tonne
Offering a range of excavators for hire, perfect for projects big or small. Whether you’re working on backyard landscaping, trenching, or large commercial sites, we’ve got the right machine for you.
- 1.7 tonne excavator – compact and ideal for tight access or small residential jobs
- 4 tonne excavator – versatile and powerful for medium-sized projects
- 8 tonne excavator – heavy-duty machine built for larger earthmoving and excavation work
Attachments Available
Get more done with a variety of attachments to suit your project:
- Rock breaker – for breaking concrete and rock
- Grab – perfect for moving logs, rocks, installing fence posts
- Tilt bucket – flexible for shaping and finishing work
- Augers – great for drilling post holes and footings
- Ripper – designed for breaking up tough ground
Why Hire With Us?
- Reliable, well-maintained equipment
- Easy-to-operate machines
- Flexible hire options and competitive pricing
- Suitable for tradies, contractors, and DIY projects
Bobcat Tracked & Wheeled
We provide both wheeled and tracked bobcats to suit a wide range of jobs – from backyard clean-ups to large construction projects.
- Wheeled bobcat – fast, versatile and perfect for hard, stable surfaces like concrete or compacted ground
- Tracked bobcat – offers extra grip and stability, ideal for softer ground, mud, or uneven terrain
Attachments Available
Customise your hire with a variety of attachments, including:
- 4-in-1 bucket
- Sweeper
- Concrete Mixer
- Augers
- Ripper
Why Hire With Us?
- Easy to operate and highly efficient
- Flexible hire terms at competitive rates
- Perfect for tradies, contractors, and DIY job
Loaders & Trencher
With 2 options of loaders available for hire. You wont be dissapointed with our Kanga or Avant on trailer are the perfect compact machine for tight access and smaller jobs, making it easy to transport and operate on site. Great for landscaping, trenching, and general earthmoving around the home or worksite.
Attachments Available
Hire your Kanga with a range of handy attachments:
- Trencher – ideal for digging service lines and drains
- Auger – perfect for post holes and footings
- Spreader bar – for levelling soil and gravel
- 4-in-1 bucket – versatile for digging, lifting, and backfilling
Why Hire With Us?
- Compact, easy-to-use machine for tight spaces
- Trailer included for quick pick-up and transport
- Well-maintained and reliable equipment
- Competitive hire rates and flexible options
Pedestrian and Padfoot Roller
Our rollers are perfect for small to medium projects, making compaction fast, easy, and efficient. Ideal for driveways, footpaths, landscaping, and small construction sites, they’re compact, reliable, and easy to operate.
- Pedestrian Roller – a lightweight, walk-behind machine perfect for tight spaces, small paths, driveways, and landscaping. Best for compacting surface layers like gravel, topsoil, or asphalt. Highly maneuverable and simple for one person to use.
- Padfoot Roller – a heavier roller with raised “pads” on the drum, designed for deeper compaction of cohesive soils like clay and uneven ground. Ideal for small to medium jobs where stronger compaction is needed.
Both rollers are available with a trailer, making transport to and from your site hassle-free. Well-maintained, easy-to-use, and competitively priced, our rollers are perfect for tradies, landscapers, or DIYers looking to get the job done efficiently.
Why Hire With Us?
- Reliable and well-maintained machines
- Trailer included for quick and easy transport
- Competitive hire rates and flexible terms
Trailer Mounted Compressor's
Our trailer-mounted compressors are industrial-grade machines designed for small to medium commercial and construction projects. Perfect for powering pneumatic tools, nail guns, jackhammers, or other heavy-duty equipment, these compressors deliver reliable, high-capacity performance where domestic units wouldn’t suffice.
- Heavy-duty and powerful – ideal for contractors, builders, and tradies on site
- Portable and trailer-mounted – easy to tow directly to your work area
- Reliable performance – provides consistent compressed air for multiple tools simultaneously
All compressors come with a trailer, making transport to and from your worksite straightforward and hassle-free. Well-maintained and competitively priced, our trailer-mounted compressors are perfect for projects requiring professional, high-output compressed air solutions.ph
Tractor & Slasher on Trailer
Our Case Farmall B tractor is perfect for small to medium farm and property tasks, making work easier and more efficient. Ideal for hobby farms, landscaping, small paddocks, and light agricultural work, this compact tractor is reliable, easy to operate, and simple to transport.
- Compact and versatile – great for mowing, plowing, hauling small loads, or general property maintenance
- Easy to use – suitable for beginners and experienced operators alike
- Flexible attachments – can be fitted with a slasher, plow, or other implements for mowing, towing, or light earthmoving
The tractor is available with a trailer, allowing easy pick-up and transport directly to your property or site. Well-maintained, dependable, and competitively priced, the Farmall B is ideal for tradies, smallholders, or DIYers tackling everyday tasks efficiently and safely.
Trailer's & Trucks
Car / Plant Trailer
Car / Plant Trailer Hire (7.5 m)
Move gear safely and easily with our 7.5-metre car/plant trailer—ideal for tradies, landscapers, and DIY jobs.
Capacity & Dimensions
- Payload: up to 3 tonne (3,000 kg)
- Max load size: 5.6 m long x 1.99 m wide
Great for transporting
- Cars and utes (within 3 t limit)
- 1.7 t excavators and mini diggers
- Wheeled or tracked bobcats / skid steers
- Kanga loaders and attachments
- Pedestrian rollers and small padfoot rollers
- Trailer-mounted compressors and generators
- Pallets of pavers, timber, pipe, or site materials (properly secured)
Why Hire This Trailer?
- Suits a wide mix of small–medium plant and vehicles
- Easy to load and secure, with practical tie-down options
- Flexible hire terms and competitive rates
Tip: Ensure your tow vehicle’s rated towing capacity and braking setup meet the load requirements. Need matching straps or gear? Ask us when you book.
Isuzu Tandem Tipper
Our Isuzu tandem tipper is the perfect solution for moving bulk materials quickly and efficiently. With a GVM of 22.5 tonne and a GCM of 11 tonne, this truck is built for reliability and productivity on site. Ideal for carting soil, gravel, demolition waste, or construction materials, it’s a versatile option for tradies, contractors, and civil projects. Heavy Vehicle licence required
We offer long-term hire deals, making it a cost-effective choice for ongoing work. For added convenience, the tipper can also be hired in a combo with a plant trailer and machines such as excavators, bobcats, or rollers, giving you a complete site solution in one package.
Why Hire With Us?
- Heavy-duty, reliable Isuzu truck
- Available for short or long-term hire with great rates
- Combo hire packages with trailer and machinery
- Well-maintained and site-ready
Isuzu Medium Rigid Tipper
Need a reliable tipper for moving heavy loads? Our Medium Rigid Tipper with 2.5-tonne carrying capacity makes transporting materials quick and hassle-free. Strong, easy to operate, and perfect for a variety of work sites, it’s ideal for tradies, landscapers, and construction projects.
Perfect For
- Transporting sand, gravel, soil, or mulch
- Moving building materials to and from site
- Landscaping and garden projects
- Small construction or renovation jobs
Features & Attachments
- 2.5-tonne load capacity
- Easy tipping tray for quick unloading
- Durable, well-maintained vehicle
- Simple to drive with MR licence
- Suitable for tight or challenging site access
Why Hire With Us?
- Reliable, fully serviced vehicles
- Flexible hire options and competitive rates
- Perfect for both trade and DIY projects
- Friendly service with simple booking
4 x 4 13 Seater Mitsubishi Omni Bus
Need a tough, reliable vehicle for transporting people and gear? Our Mitsubishi Canter 4x4 11-seater Omni Bus with tray, handles rough terrain and heavy loads with ease. Durable, versatile, and comfortable, it’s ideal for work crews, group travel, and off-road adventures.
Perfect For
- Transporting teams or groups to worksites or events
- Added room to move equipment, tools, materials or camp gear on the tray
- Off-road or rugged terrain access with 4x4 capability
Features & Attachments
- Spacious 11-seater cabin for crew comfort
- Robust 4x4 tray for materials or equipment
- Durable Mitsubishi engineering for reliability
- MR licence required drive with strong towing and load capacity
- Suitable for long trips or short-distance transfers / hire
Why Hire With Us?
- Well-maintained, dependable vehicles
- Flexible hire options and competitive rates
- Perfect for both professional and personal use
- Simple booking process with friendly service
Equipment
Hansa WoodChipper C7
Tidy up your yard and recycle green waste with our compact wood chipper, perfect for small home projects and garden clean-ups. The ideal solution for turning branches, trimmings, and shrubs into useful mulch. With a Chipping capacity of 70mm this is light and easy to transport without the need for trailers
Perfect For
- Backyard clean-ups and pruning jobs
- Reducing garden waste for easier disposal
- Creating mulch for gardens and pathways
- Home landscaping projects
Features & Attachments
- Compact size, easy to manoeuvre in tight spaces
- Efficient chipping for faster clean-up
- Safe, user-friendly controls
Why Hire With Us?
- Reliable, well-maintained equipment
- Perfect for homeowners, landscapers, and DIY jobs
- Flexible hire options at competitive rates
Ride on Mower
For large-scale lawn care and property maintenance, Eclipse Hire provides high-quality ride-on mowers for dry hire. Ideal for homeowners, property managers, and landscaping professionals, these mowers offer a fast and efficient way to maintain extensive lawns, fields, and open spaces. With user-friendly controls and a robust design, our ride-on mowers are engineered to handle varying terrain, ensuring a smooth cut and a professional finish. Whether for residential or commercial upkeep, these mowers make lawn care easier, saving clients time and effort while delivering a pristine landscape.
Concrete Mixer
Concrete Mixer Hire
Make light work of mixing with our reliable concrete mixer hire, perfect for small to medium projects around the home, garden, or worksite. Compact, easy to use, and trailer-mounted, it’s the simple solution for consistent, quality concrete every time. Options for larger m3 as an attachment for machines or smaller jobs as a stand alone mixer
Perfect For
- DIY concreting at home
- Garden paths, driveways, and small slabs
- Fence posts, footings, and landscaping jobs
- Small trade and construction projects
Features
- Portable, trailer-mounted design for easy transport
- Mixes concrete, mortar, or render quickly and evenly
- User-friendly controls and simple operation
- Durable drum with generous mixing capacity
- Well-balanced and stable while in use
Trailers available to hire for easier transport
Demolition Saw
Need to make quick work of tough materials? Our demolition saws are built for cutting through concrete, brick, steel, and masonry with ease. Compact, powerful, and reliable, they’re ideal for tradies, contractors, and DIY jobs where precision cutting is required.
Perfect For
- Cutting concrete slabs, walls, and footpaths
- Slicing through bricks, blocks, and masonry
- Steel and metal cutting (with appropriate blade)
- Demolition, renovation, and construction projects
Features & Attachments
- High-performance, petrol-powered saws
- Easy to start and operate
- Adjustable cutting depth for versatility
- Ergonomic design for comfort and control
- Range of blades available to suit material types
Light Towers
Our trailer-mounted lighting towers provide reliable, portable lighting for night works, events, or remote sites. Designed for efficiency and ease of use, they feature solar panels and battery storage, reducing the need for constant fuel and lowering running costs. Compact and towable, they’re simple to transport and set up wherever you need reliable illumination.
Key Features
- Solar panels with battery storage for quiet, eco-friendly operation
- Bright, efficient lighting for worksites, events, or emergencies
- Compact and towable with a standard vehicle
- Easy to set up and reposition on site
Why Hire With Us?
- Energy-efficient and cost-effective solution
- Well-maintained and reliable equipment
- Flexible hire terms – daily, weekly, or longer
- Perfect for contractors, events, and community projects
Skip Bin on mounted trailer
Our trailer-mounted skip bins are the simple, cost-effective solution for managing waste on small to medium projects. Whether you’re tackling a home clean-up, garden tidy, renovation, these bins make disposal quick and easy. Because they’re mounted on a trailer, there’s no need for special access or lifting equipment – just tow them to site, fill them up, and tow them away when you’re done.
- Compact and easy to manoeuvre, as opposed to regular skip bins that require delivery and pickup
- Can be towed with a standard vehicle (no heavy transport needed)
- Perfect for general waste, green waste, and renovation materials
- Ideal for households, tradies, and small worksites
Why Hire With Us?
- Flexible hire terms – daily or weekly
- Well-maintained, clean bins ready to use
- Affordable rates with easy pick-up and return
- Convenient option for DIY projects or small jobs
Caravans, Recreational and Outdoor
Eclipse Jayco 5 sleeper Caravan
Perfect condition – ready to hire for your next adventure!
2022 Jayco Outback 22.68-1 Family Van, fully equipped with everything you need for a comfortable stay. Sleeps up to 5 with a queen bed, 2 bunks, and a dinette that converts to a bed, all with a Cloud 9 mattress for maximum comfort.
Features:
- 174L compressor fridge
- Dometic Ibis 4 aircon with heating
- 3 x 80L water tanks
- Projecta battery system & 200W solar panel
- 3.3kg washing machine
- Electric awning & outdoor TV mount
- Bluetooth stereo with internal & external speakers
- Instant hot shower
Included in Hire:
- Full kitchen utensils & appliances
- Camp chairs & caravan floor mat
- Outdoor BBQ for easy meals
- All the essentials ready to go
Optional Extras:
- Delivery & campsite setup
- Fresh linen packs
- Generator hire
- Gazebo for extra shade
Perfect for:
- Family getaways to caravan parks
- Visitors from out of town needing extra space
- Festivals, events, and off-grid adventures
Tows easily (166kg ball weight) or let us deliver it for you. Hire rates negotiable, with long-term packages available.
Pizza Oven on trailer
Bring the flavour and fun to your next event with our trailer-mounted pizza oven hire. Easy to set up and use, it’s perfect for entertaining family, friends, or guests with fresh wood-fired pizzas anywhere you need them.
Perfect For
- Backyard parties and family gatherings
- Weddings, birthdays, and special occasions
- Festivals, markets, or community events
- Camping trips or weekend getaways
Features
- Trailer-mounted for easy transport and setup
- Authentic wood-fired oven for unbeatable flavour
- Spacious cooking chamber to bake multiple pizzas at once
- Quick heat-up and consistent cooking performance
- Easy-to-use, safe, and reliable design
Camping Gear
Eclipse Hire offers a selection of camping gear for hire, including essentials like swags & tents, cooking equipment, and outdoor accessories. Perfect for camping trips, outdoor events, or temporary accommodations, our gear provides comfort and convenience without the need for you to purchase equipment. Whether for a weekend getaway or an extended trip, our camping gear rentals allow outdoor enthusiasts to experience the great outdoors hassle-free. Reliable, well-maintained, and ready for any adventure, our camping gear helps clients embrace the great outdoors with everything they need at their fingertips.
