Johannesburg, Gauteng
TLBs for sale and hire in Johannesburg
The Johannesburg TLB market is deep — plenty of brands and hundreds of hire units. Here's what I can put on your site quickly, and honest guidance on which brand fits which use case.
Typical Johannesburg use cases
- Municipal pipeline and cable installation across the metro
- Site prep for residential and commercial construction
- Loading trucks on smaller aggregate yards
- Emergency stormwater and repair work
Current pricing — TLB in Gauteng
| Class | Indicative price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Bell TLB hire (dry, per month) | R28,000 – R38,000 | — |
| JCB TLB hire (wet, per hour) | R450 – R650/h | — |
| Shantui TLB (new, purchase) | from R1.1m | 40%+ cheaper than Bell/JCB |
| Used Bell TLB (<5,000 hrs) | R580k – R850k | — |
Prices are indicative for 2026, exclude VAT, subject to spec and finance structure. WhatsApp me for a firm quote.
FAQ — TLB TLB / Backhoe in Johannesburg
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