plant hire brand
GIYI
GIYI is a Chinese manufacturer of excavator and skid steer attachments, including compaction wheels and rollers used to backfill and compact trench sides. It is a budget alternative to the established European and American attachment brands, sold through independent plant dealers.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Built in
China
UK availability
Limited UK presence
Sold in the UK mainly through independent used plant dealers rather than mainstream hire chains.
What GIYI builds
GIYI model ranges
| Range | What it is |
|---|---|
| GY-CW series | compactor/roller wheel attachments |
How GIYI compares
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GIYI vs Hyundai Construction Equipment
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GIYI vs Kassbohrer
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GIYI vs RSP
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GIYI vs Cormidi
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UK companies hiring and selling GIYI
No listed company has told us they carry GIYI yet.
That does not mean nobody near you does - most plant hire firms carry several makes and list none of them. Start with the companies covering your area:
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GetBrent is an independent directory of UK hire and sales companies. We are not a GIYI dealer and have no affiliation with, or endorsement from, GIYI. The GIYI name and model names are trademarks of their owner, used here only to identify the products they refer to. Specifications vary by model year and market - always confirm weights, dimensions and towing limits with the supplier before hiring or buying.
