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 $6,799.15The Typhon Terror One Storm is the better mini excavator overall, rated 3.7 to 3.4. The Typhon Terror One Storm leads on digging depth and features. The MMS MS08 B&S wins on price. The MMS MS08 B&S costs $2,400.15 less ($4,399 vs $6,799.15).
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For small trenching and garden jobs on a tight budget. Check the warranty with the seller, since the listing gives none.
Amazon $4,399Which should you buy?
- Choose the Typhon Terror One Storm for digging depth (66.9 in digging depth vs 47.2 in digging depth) and features (hydraulic thumb vs mechanical thumb).
- Choose the MMS MS08 B&S for price ($4,399 vs $6,799.15).
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 | Typhon Terror One Storm | MMS MS08 B&S |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.7/5 | 3.4/5 |
| Price 30% | 58 $6,799.15 | 100 $4,399 |
| Digging depth 25% | 100 66.9 in digging depth | 28 47.2 in digging depth |
| Engine 15% | 94 13.5 hp engine | 94 13.5 hp engine |
| Features 25% | 30 hydraulic thumb | 15 mechanical thumb |
| Warranty 5% | 0 warranty not published, scored as none | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| Typhon Terror One Storm | MMS MS08 B&S | |
|---|---|---|
| Digging | ||
| Operating weight | 2,205 lb | 1,764 lb |
| Digging depth | 66.9 in | 47.2 in |
| Dump height | - | 63 in |
| Bucket width | 15 in | 13.4 in |
| Thumb | Hydraulic | Mechanical |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | Briggs & Stratton XR2100 | Briggs & Stratton 420 |
| Power | 13.5 hp | 13.5 hp |
| Fuel | Gas | Gas |
| Machine | ||
| Operator cover | Canopy | Canopy |
| Width | - | 28.4 in |
| Delivery included | Yes | - |
