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Excavator Rental Rates in Lagos (2026)

Lagos excavator rental rates have risen 15-20% over 2025. Here's the current market.

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Lagos excavator rental market pricing has firmed up considerably over 2024-2026 thanks to sustained infrastructure spending (Lagos-Calabar coastal highway, fourth mainland bridge) and the broader Nigerian construction recovery.

Indicative monthly rates (NGN)

ClassMonthly (operator inc.)Monthly (dry hire)
3-5t miniNGN 1.8-2.5MNGN 1.2-1.8M
13-20t small/midNGN 4.5-6.5MNGN 3.0-4.5M
20-25t midNGN 6.5-9MNGN 4.5-6.5M
30-40t heavyNGN 11-15MNGN 7.5-10M
50t+ miningNGN 22-32MNGN 14-20M

Daily and weekly rates

Daily rental typically 4-5% of monthly rate; weekly typically 22-28% of monthly. Long-term rentals (3+ months) qualify for 10-20% discount and dedicated machine assignment.

Excavator models referenced in this article

12 model spec sheets for further reading

CAT 320
22.5t
Caterpillar's flagship mid-class crawler — the global benchmark for fuel efficiency and parts availability in the 20-25 ton segment.
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CAT 336
36.8t
Caterpillar's 35-tonne workhorse — class-leading digging force and lifting capacity for heavy civil and mining-feeder duty.
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CAT 374
71.8t
Caterpillar's 70-tonne mining-class shovel — the standard for open-pit gold, bauxite, and iron ore loading operations.
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CAT 301.8
2.1t
Caterpillar's smallest mini excavator — sized for landscaping and tight-access utility work.
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CAT 302.5
2.6t
Compact 2.6t mini for residential landscaping and small utility installation.
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CAT 303.5
3.4t
Versatile 3.4t mini with standard and long-reach configurations.
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CAT 304
4t
4-tonne compact crawler for mid-tier landscaping and utility projects.
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CAT 305
4.5t
Top-of-mini-class 4.5t crawler with three operator-configuration variants.
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CAT 306
5.8t
Sub-6t small excavator for general construction and utility work.
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CAT 307
7t
7-tonne small excavator for general construction and landscaping.
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CAT 308
8.2t
8-tonne small excavator bridging the gap between mini and medium classes.
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CAT 309
9t
9-tonne small crawler for upper-tier construction work.
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Brands covered

Brand spec catalogues

CAT
Industry-leading fuel efficiency
Country availability

Excavators available in 1 country referenced

Nigeria
Africa
Capital: Abuja · Port: Lagos · Lead time: 5–8 weeks via Lagos container port
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Frequently asked

Questions buyers ask

How long does delivery to Nigeria take?

Delivery to Nigeria typically takes 5–8 weeks via Lagos container port, including pre-export inspection (3-5 days), ocean freight, customs clearance at Lagos (Apapa / Tin Can Island), and final-mile delivery to the project site. Apapa and Tin Can Island ports handle most heavy-equipment imports. We work with established clearing agents in Lagos.

Where can I buy Caterpillar excavators across the Caribbean and Africa?

Suriname Excavators supplies Caterpillar excavators to all 24 Caribbean and African countries we serve, with pre-export inspection, configuration to operating profile, and after-sales support included. See our Caterpillar model catalogue and country-availability pages for specifics.

What configurations of the CAT 320 are available?

The CAT 320 is supplied in 2 configurations: 320 (standard), 320 GC. Mid-class construction, road building, and quarry operations. See the full spec sheet for engine, bucket, dig depth, and reach details.

What after-sales support do you provide?

Every machine is enrolled in our service tracking programme: scheduled maintenance reminders, parts pre-positioning, 72-hour field-service response for major mechanical events, and technical hotline access. Parts inventory is held in our regional warehouse for fast dispatch.

Sources & further reading

Authoritative references

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