Huayee HY12C
For homeowners who want the most digging depth for the money in a gas machine. Ask about the warranty before ordering.
Amazon $5,299$5,299
The Huayee HY12C rates 4.0 among under 2,800 lb mini excavators; the Huayee HY14C rates 3.4 among 2,800 lb and up ones. The Huayee HY12C costs $1,700 less ($5,299 vs $6,999).
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
Prices were last checked November 3, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Scores side by side
These two sit in different size classes (under 2,800 lb and 2,800 lb and up), and each is scored against the reference points for its own class, so a rating says how well each does among its own size peers. How we rank explains each factor.
| Factor weight | Huayee HY12C | Huayee HY14C |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.0/5 | 3.4/5 |
| Price 30% | 83 $5,299 | 100 $6,999 |
| Digging depth 25% | 100 67 in digging depth | 33 65 in digging depth |
| Engine 15% | 94 13.5 hp engine | 23 13.5 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
| Huayee HY12C | Huayee HY14C | |
|---|---|---|
| Digging | ||
| Operating weight | 2,646 lb | 3,086 lb |
| Digging depth | 67 in | 65 in |
| Reach | 120 in | 121 in |
| Dump height | 67 in | - |
| Thumb | Hydraulic | Hydraulic |
| Quick hitch | - | Yes |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | 420 cc gas | 420 cc gas |
| Power | 13.5 hp | 13.5 hp |
| Fuel | Gas | Gas |
| Machine | ||
| Swing boom | - | Yes |
| Operator cover | Canopy | Canopy |
| Tracks | Rubber | Rubber |
| Width | 37 in | - |