MechMaxx MEC12
For heavy regular use where a Kubota diesel and expandable tracks justify the price. Occasional users get the same digging depth for far less.
Amazon $17,099$17,099
The MechMaxx MEC12 rates 3.6 among under 2,800 lb mini excavators; the Huayee HY14C rates 3.4 among 2,800 lb and up ones. The Huayee HY14C costs $10,100 less ($6,999 vs $17,099).
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 | MechMaxx MEC12 | Huayee HY14C |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.6/5 | 3.4/5 |
| Price 30% | 0 $17,099 | 100 $6,999 |
| Digging depth 25% | 99 65.7 in digging depth | 33 65 in digging depth |
| Engine 15% | 96 13.7 hp engine | 23 13.5 hp engine |
| Features 25% | 75 hydraulic thumb, swing boom, pilot controls | 55 hydraulic thumb, swing boom |
| Warranty 5% | 50 1-year warranty | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| MechMaxx MEC12 | Huayee HY14C | |
|---|---|---|
| Digging | ||
| Operating weight | 2,700 lb | 3,086 lb |
| Digging depth | 65.7 in | 65 in |
| Reach | 119 in | 121 in |
| Dump height | 81.1 in | - |
| Bucket width | 15 in | - |
| Thumb | Hydraulic | Hydraulic |
| Quick hitch | - | Yes |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | Kubota D722 | 420 cc gas |
| Power | 13.7 hp | 13.5 hp |
| Fuel | Diesel | Gas |
| Machine | ||
| Swing boom | Yes | Yes |
| Pilot controls | Yes | - |
| Operator cover | - | Canopy |
| Tracks | - | Rubber |
| Width | 34.6 in | - |
| Warranty | 1 year | - |