MechMaxx MEC10 Vanguard
For owners who want a known engine brand and a spec table they can check. It costs far more than look-alike 1 ton diggers.
Amazon $9,799$9,799
The MechMaxx MEC10 Vanguard is the better mini excavator overall, rated 3.9 to 3.7. The MechMaxx MEC10 Vanguard leads on features. The Typhon Terror One Storm wins on price. The Typhon Terror One Storm costs $2,999.85 less ($6,799.15 vs $9,799).
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Typhon Terror One Storm
For homeowners who want a cheap 1 ton digger with a thumb for trenches and stumps. Buy from the Typhon store for the lower price.
Amazon $6,799.15$6,799.15
Which should you buy?
- Choose the MechMaxx MEC10 Vanguard for features (hydraulic thumb, swing boom, pilot controls vs hydraulic thumb).
- Choose the Typhon Terror One Storm for price ($6,799.15 vs $9,799).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every under 2,800 lb mini excavator; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | MechMaxx MEC10 Vanguard | Typhon Terror One Storm |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.9/5 | 3.7/5 |
| Price 30% | 21 $9,799 | 58 $6,799.15 |
| Digging depth 25% | 99 65.7 in digging depth | 100 66.9 in digging depth |
| Engine 15% | 100 14 hp engine | 94 13.5 hp engine |
| Features 25% | 75 hydraulic thumb, swing boom, pilot controls | 30 hydraulic thumb |
| Warranty 5% | 50 1-year warranty | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| MechMaxx MEC10 Vanguard | Typhon Terror One Storm | |
|---|---|---|
| Digging | ||
| Operating weight | 2,370 lb | 2,205 lb |
| Digging depth | 65.7 in | 66.9 in |
| Reach | 119 in | - |
| Dump height | 80 in | - |
| Bucket width | 15 in | 15 in |
| Thumb | Hydraulic | Hydraulic |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | Briggs & Stratton Vanguard 408 cc | Briggs & Stratton XR2100 |
| Power | 14 hp | 13.5 hp |
| Fuel | Gas | Gas |
| Machine | ||
| Swing boom | Yes | - |
| Pilot controls | Yes | - |
| Operator cover | - | Canopy |
| Width | 37 in | - |
| Delivery included | - | Yes |
| Warranty | 1 year | - |