Backhoe Box

Box Systems

Our backhoe boxes are available in a range of options from backhoe trench boxes to backhoe manhole boxes. Ideal for use on construction sites and projects where ground movement is non-critical. Their lightweight nature makes them the perfect solution for use with smaller excavators.

With our smallest backhoe box weighing less than 900kg, these solutions are ideal where limited lifting capacity exists on site.

Mabey Hire backhoe box
Mabey Hire backhoe box in the ground side view

Product highlights

  • Backhoe options for trench and manhole boxes
  • Available in 3 sizes
  • Box weights from 900kg to 1700kg
  • Top extensions available
  • Edge protection and ladder platforms can be provided
  • Load capacity of 20kN/m2
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Variation:
System 20 Backhoe Trench Box 2.84m x 2m
Size – length x height (m) 2.84 x 2
Capacity (kN/m²) 20
Max trench depth (m) 2.9
Min & Max trench widths (m) 0.73 – 2.33
Under strut clearance (m) 1.2
Length between struts (m) 2.66
Box weight* (kg) 883 – 1399
Extension available Yes
End closure panels available Yes^
Max ring size n/a
*Box weight is dependent on which struts are used
^Maximum end closure panel use is 2.8m box width
System 20 Manhole Box 2.5m x 2m
Size – length x height (m) 2.5 x 2
Capacity (kN/m²) 20
Max trench depth** (m) 2.9
Min & Max trench widths (m) 2.44
Under strut clearance (m) 1.2
Length between struts (m) 2.25
Box weight* (kg) 1004 – 1560
Extension available Yes
End closure panels available N/A^
Max ring size 1350mm
*Box weight is dependent on which struts are used
^Maximum end closure panel use is 2.8m box width
System 20 Backhoe Manhole Box 3m x 2m
Size – length x height (m) 3 x 2
Capacity (kN/m²) 20
Max trench depth (m) 2.9
Min & Max trench widths (m) 2.94
Under strut clearance (m) 1.2
Length between struts (m) 2.75
Box weight* (kg) 1100 – 1714
Extension available 1m
End closure panels available Yes^
Max ring size 1800mm
*Box weight is dependent on which struts are used
^Maximum end closure panel use is 2.8m box width