Typhon Terror XIII Pro Storm
For buyers who want a strong Honda gas engine in a light 1.3 ton frame. Deeper diggers cost about the same.
Typhon $8,293.95$8,293.95
The Typhon Terror XIII Pro Storm is the better mini excavator overall, rated 3.5 to 3.1. The Typhon Terror XIII Pro Storm leads on engine and digging depth. The BisonTek 1.4 Ton Mini Excavator wins on features. The BisonTek 1.4 Ton Mini Excavator costs $94.95 less ($8,199 vs $8,293.95).
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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 Typhon Terror XIII Pro Storm for engine (22.1 hp engine vs 11.4 hp engine) and digging depth (67.3 in digging depth vs 61.5 in digging depth).
- Choose the BisonTek 1.4 Ton Mini Excavator for features (hydraulic thumb, swing boom vs hydraulic thumb).
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 | Typhon Terror XIII Pro Storm | BisonTek 1.4 Ton Mini Excavator |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.5/5 | 3.1/5 |
| Price 30% | 84 $8,293.95 | 85 $8,199 |
| Digging depth 25% | 41 67.3 in digging depth | 22 61.5 in digging depth |
| Engine 15% | 100 22.1 hp engine | 0 11.4 hp engine |
| Features 25% | 30 hydraulic thumb | 55 hydraulic thumb, swing boom |
| Warranty 5% | 0 warranty not published, scored as none | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| Typhon Terror XIII Pro Storm | BisonTek 1.4 Ton Mini Excavator | |
|---|---|---|
| Digging | ||
| Operating weight | 2,866 lb | 3,086 lb |
| Digging depth | 67.3 in | 61.5 in |
| Reach | - | 112.3 in |
| Dump height | - | 71.9 in |
| Bucket width | - | 11.8 in |
| Thumb | Hydraulic | Hydraulic |
| Quick hitch | - | Yes |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | Honda GX690 688 cc | Kubota Z482 |
| Power | 22.1 hp | 11.4 hp |
| Fuel | Gas | Diesel |
| Machine | ||
| Swing boom | - | Yes |
| Operator cover | Canopy | - |
| Width | - | 36.1 in |