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
The BisonTek 1.4 Ton Mini Excavator and the Typhon Terror XIII Storm are evenly matched, rated 3.1 and 3.0. The BisonTek 1.4 Ton Mini Excavator leads on features and price. The Typhon Terror XIII Storm wins on digging depth and engine. The BisonTek 1.4 Ton Mini Excavator costs $1,100 less ($8,199 vs $9,299).
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Typhon Terror XIII Storm
#12 in 2,800 lb and upFull review
For buyers who want a steadier 1.3 ton gas machine with a thumb for less money. Pick the Terror XIII Pro if you want the stronger Honda engine.
Amazon $9,299$9,299
Which should you buy?
- Choose the BisonTek 1.4 Ton Mini Excavator for features (hydraulic thumb, swing boom vs hydraulic thumb) and price ($8,199 vs $9,299).
- Choose the Typhon Terror XIII Storm for digging depth (67.3 in digging depth vs 61.5 in digging depth) and engine (13.5 hp engine vs 11.4 hp engine).
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 | BisonTek 1.4 Ton Mini Excavator | Typhon Terror XIII Storm |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.1/5 | 3.0/5 |
| Price 30% | 85 $8,199 | 73 $9,299 |
| Digging depth 25% | 22 61.5 in digging depth | 41 67.3 in digging depth |
| Engine 15% | 0 11.4 hp engine | 23 13.5 hp engine |
| Features 25% | 55 hydraulic thumb, swing boom | 30 hydraulic thumb |
| Warranty 5% | 0 warranty not published, scored as none | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| BisonTek 1.4 Ton Mini Excavator | Typhon Terror XIII Storm | |
|---|---|---|
| Digging | ||
| Operating weight | 3,086 lb | 2,866 lb |
| Digging depth | 61.5 in | 67.3 in |
| Reach | 112.3 in | - |
| Dump height | 71.9 in | - |
| Bucket width | 11.8 in | - |
| Thumb | Hydraulic | Hydraulic |
| Quick hitch | Yes | - |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | Kubota Z482 | Briggs & Stratton XR2100 |
| Power | 11.4 hp | 13.5 hp |
| Fuel | Diesel | Gas |
| Machine | ||
| Swing boom | Yes | - |
| Operator cover | - | Canopy |
| Width | 36.1 in | - |
| Delivery included | - | Yes |