MechMaxx MEC12
#10 in Under 2,800 lbFull review
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 Typhon Terror XIII Storm rates 3.0 among 2,800 lb and up ones. The Typhon Terror XIII Storm costs $7,800 less ($9,299 vs $17,099).
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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
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 | Typhon Terror XIII Storm |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.6/5 | 3.0/5 |
| Price 30% | 0 $17,099 | 73 $9,299 |
| Digging depth 25% | 99 65.7 in digging depth | 41 67.3 in digging depth |
| Engine 15% | 96 13.7 hp engine | 23 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 MEC12 | Typhon Terror XIII Storm | |
|---|---|---|
| Digging | ||
| Operating weight | 2,700 lb | 2,866 lb |
| Digging depth | 65.7 in | 67.3 in |
| Reach | 119 in | - |
| Dump height | 81.1 in | - |
| Bucket width | 15 in | - |
| Thumb | Hydraulic | Hydraulic |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | Kubota D722 | Briggs & Stratton XR2100 |
| Power | 13.7 hp | 13.5 hp |
| Fuel | Diesel | Gas |
| Machine | ||
| Swing boom | Yes | - |
| Pilot controls | Yes | - |
| Operator cover | - | Canopy |
| Width | 34.6 in | - |
| Delivery included | - | Yes |
| Warranty | 1 year | - |