Powerful Mini Excavator with Valuable Features
This mini excavator matches the power of rented 1-ton machines. It is noisy and requires ear protection after five minutes of use, but performs well. The pilot controls and hydraulic thumb are worth the higher price, as cheaper models lack them. Attachments arrive separately over several weeks, which is acceptable given the overall value. Hydraulic and engine oil should be changed upon arrival, as it ships with very little hydraulic oil. Free unloading is promised, but a backup plan is advised. It has handled gardening work and will be used for rental maintenance.
Pros
- + matches 1-ton rental power
- + pilot controls and hydraulic thumb included
- + good value for money
- + attachments included but shipped separately
- + easy oil changes
Cons
- − noisy, requires ear protection
- − ships with very little hydraulic oil
- − free unloading not guaranteed
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· February 18, 2026 · United States
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Runs Strong After Initial Setup Issues
The excavator arrived with very little engine oil, hydraulic oil, and gas. The delivery driver asked for help unloading it because they did not know how to operate it. While taking it off the trailer, it leaned forward far enough to temporarily lose the hydraulic system. After getting it on the ground, some hydraulic operation returned. The next day, the oil and hydraulic oil were changed, the machine was greased, and it was inspected. One missing bolt that should hold a pin for the front arm was found. It now runs great and seems very strong.
Pros
- + runs great
- + seems very strong
Cons
- − shipped with very little engine oil, hydraulic oil, and gas
- − delivery driver could not unload it
- − temporarily lost hydraulic system while unloading
- − one missing bolt for front arm pin
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· March 29, 2026 · United States
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Powerful Mini Excavator for Property Work
A powerful, versatile mini excavator suited to work and maintenance on a 12-acre property. The Briggs & Stratton Pro engine is efficient and provides ample power, and the hydraulic pump is more than sufficient. Pilot controls add operating comfort, and the foot switch for the hydraulic thumb and implements is handy. Attachments are good quality for the price, and the metal canopy offers solid protection. Most zerk fittings are US standard, though hinge points use metric flush-type zerks; an adapter is included. A hydraulic cooler with electric fan helps control oil temperatures. The main drawback is slow travel speed of about 1.5 MPH.
Pros
- + Powerful, efficient Briggs & Stratton Pro engine
- + Sufficient hydraulic pump
- + Comfortable pilot controls
- + Handy foot switch for hydraulic thumb and implements
- + Good quality attachments for the price
- + Metal canopy with thick gauge material
- + Hydraulic cooler with electric fan
Cons
- − Slow travel speed of about 1.5 MPH
- − Metric flush-type zerks on hinge points instead of standard
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· June 4, 2026 · United States
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