MMS MS10H B&S
For homeowners who want a small, EPA-certified gas mini excavator with a Briggs & Stratton engine for under $5,000. Dig depth and reach aren’t published, so check them with the seller.
Amazon $4,899$4,899
The MMS MS10H B&S rates 3.9 among under 2,800 lb mini excavators; the MMS MS15P rates 3.8 among 2,800 lb and up ones. The MMS MS10H B&S costs $1,700 less ($4,899 vs $6,599).
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MMS MS15P
For buyers who want a heavier, steadier machine with pilot controls for little money. Ask the seller for the digging depth before buying.
Amazon $6,599$6,599
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 | MMS MS10H B&S | MMS MS15P |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.9/5 | 3.8/5 |
| Price 30% | 91 $4,899 | 100 $6,599 |
| Digging depth 25% | 50 digging depth not published (neutral score used) | 50 digging depth not published (neutral score used) |
| Engine 15% | 94 13.5 hp engine | 23 13.5 hp engine |
| Features 25% | 55 hydraulic thumb, EPA certified engine | 75 hydraulic thumb, swing boom, pilot controls |
| Warranty 5% | 0 warranty not published, scored as none | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| MMS MS10H B&S | MMS MS15P | |
|---|---|---|
| Digging | ||
| Operating weight | 2,205 lb | 3,307 lb |
| Thumb | Hydraulic | Hydraulic |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | Briggs & Stratton 420 cc | Briggs & Stratton |
| Power | 13.5 hp | 13.5 hp |
| Fuel | Gas | Gas |
| EPA certified | Yes | - |
| Machine | ||
| Swing boom | - | Yes |
| Pilot controls | - | Yes |
| Operator cover | Canopy | - |