Huayee HY14C
For buyers who want quick attachment changes on a budget. The listing has an inconsistent dump height, so treat the specs with care.
Amazon $6,999$6,999
The Huayee HY14C is the better mini excavator overall, rated 3.4 to 3.1. The Huayee HY14C leads on price, engine and digging depth. The Huayee HY14C costs $1,200 less ($6,999 vs $8,199).
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BisonTek 1.4 Ton Mini Excavator
#11 in 2,800 lb and upFull review
For buyers who want a Kubota diesel with a thumb and swing boom for about $8,000. Machines with bigger engines dig faster for similar money.
Amazon $8,199$8,199
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Huayee HY14C for price ($6,999 vs $8,199), engine (13.5 hp engine vs 11.4 hp engine) and digging depth (65 in digging depth vs 61.5 in digging depth).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every 2,800 lb and up mini excavator; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Huayee HY14C | BisonTek 1.4 Ton Mini Excavator |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.4/5 | 3.1/5 |
| Price 30% | 100 $6,999 | 85 $8,199 |
| Digging depth 25% | 33 65 in digging depth | 22 61.5 in digging depth |
| Engine 15% | 23 13.5 hp engine | 0 11.4 hp engine |
| Features 25% | 55 hydraulic thumb, swing boom | 55 hydraulic thumb, swing boom |
| Warranty 5% | 0 warranty not published, scored as none | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| Huayee HY14C | BisonTek 1.4 Ton Mini Excavator | |
|---|---|---|
| Digging | ||
| Operating weight | 3,086 lb | 3,086 lb |
| Digging depth | 65 in | 61.5 in |
| Reach | 121 in | 112.3 in |
| Dump height | - | 71.9 in |
| Bucket width | - | 11.8 in |
| Thumb | Hydraulic | Hydraulic |
| Quick hitch | Yes | Yes |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | 420 cc gas | Kubota Z482 |
| Power | 13.5 hp | 11.4 hp |
| Fuel | Gas | Diesel |
| Machine | ||
| Swing boom | Yes | Yes |
| Operator cover | Canopy | - |
| Tracks | Rubber | - |
| Width | - | 36.1 in |