- How much power do you want to generate?
- What fuel do you want to use to power the motor?
- How much noise does a generator make?
The price you pay to hire a generator from any of our plant hire suppliers will be determined by these three factors, and of course, how long you are hiring the generator and where it will be operating. We have a range of quality generator suppliers on our platform, including some specialist power generation companies, regular plant hire companies, and hundreds of smaller plant hire companies with one or two generators.
Inverter Generator Hire Rates (Below 10 KVA)
| KVA size | Daily hire rate | Weekly hire rate | Monthly hire rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 KVA | $77–$110/day | $165–$210/wk | $594–$630/mth |
| 3 KVA | $88–$110/day | $200–$220/wk | $600–$660/mth |
| 4 KVA | $119–$130/day | $390–$420/wk | $650–$700/mth |
| 6 KVA | $143–$155/day | $430–$460/wk | $1,200–$1,280/mth |
| 7 KVA | $132–$160/day | $440–$485/wk | $1,250–$1,335/mth |
| 8 KVA | $155–$165/day | $460–$510/wk | $1,400–$1,550/mth |
Inverter generators are the pick of the bunch for the smaller sized power generation. Inverter generators are relatively new technology that utilise circuitry and magnets. Inverter generators produce an AC current, and like conventional generators, convert it to a DC current, then inverts it back to a clean AC current. This smooths out the current, making it more safe, stable and predictable. This solves the issue of conventional generators sometimes surging, which is otherwise detrimental on your appliances that are plugged into it. Inverter generators are super compact, so many boaties and caravan rangers have one packed in the back.
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Conventional Diesel Generator Hire Rates (Below 10 KVA)
| KVA size | Daily hire rate | Weekly hire rate | Monthly hire rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 KVA | $90–$100/day | $190–$210/wk | $575–$630/mth |
| 3.5 KVA | $95–$110/day | $200–$230/wk | $600–$660/mth |
| 5 KVA | $120–$135/day | $385–$420/wk | $700–$800/mth |
| 6.5 KVA | $148–$165/day | $480–$520/wk | $800–$950/mth |
| 8 KVA | $160–$180/day | $510–$560/wk | $900–$1,050/mth |
| 9 KVA | $168–$190/day | $530–$580/wk | $950–$1,100/mth |
| 10 KVA | $185–$210/day | $590–$650/wk | $1,050–$1,200/mth |
Conventional diesel generators are the most prolific as they use technology that has been around the longest. These generators are powered by diesel fuel and use a motor to convert fuel to an electrical current at varying voltages or strengths. The engine speed should not fluctuate, but if it does, the electrical current will vary in strength. Conventional diesel generators can be rowdy, which is why silenced generators have become a much more popular technology in modern times.
Silenced Diesel Generator Hire Rates (Above 10 KVA)
| KVA size | Daily hire rate | Weekly hire rate | Monthly hire rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 KVA | $175–$185/day | $550–$580/wk | $1,700–$1,800/mth |
| 20 KVA | $185–$200/day | $580–$630/wk | $1,900–$2,100/mth |
| 30 KVA | $200–$215/day | $650–$700/wk | $2,000–$2,200/mth |
| 35 KVA | $205–$220/day | $670–$720/wk | $2,050–$2,250/mth |
| 40 KVA | $215–$230/day | $680–$730/wk | $2,100–$2,300/mth |
| 45 KVA | $230–$250/day | $720–$770/wk | $2,200–$2,400/mth |
| 50 KVA | $250–$270/day | $800–$860/wk | $2,500–$2,700/mth |
| 60 KVA | $290–$315/day | $950–$1,020/wk | $2,950–$3,200/mth |
| 80 KVA | $310–$340/day | $1,000–$1,080/wk | $3,150–$3,450/mth |
| 100 KVA | $350–$385/day | $1,150–$1,240/wk | $3,600–$3,900/mth |
| 125 KVA | $400–$440/day | $1,300–$1,400/wk | $4,100–$4,500/mth |
It is rare that you will find a conventional generator in KVA rates higher than about 10 KVA due to high noise levels, therefore most of the larger generators are all silenced these days.
Silenced generators are built into a sound-proofed case to impede the sound of the engine, making them more suitable for a range of applications in residential areas. As the prices above suggest, silenced generators are also only marginally more expensive than the conventional generator.
Hire a Generator through iseekplant today!
You can use the iseekplant get a quote tool to receive competitive prices for generator hire. Just tell us when and where you need your power generator, and we’ll get you the best quotes available from our nationwide network of generator hire suppliers located in Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne to Canberra, Adelaide, Darwin and Perth. Alternatively, call us on 1300 691 912 or email us at projects@iseekplant.com.au to contact the iseekplant team.
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