Typhon Tyrant X
For buyers who want deep digging at a low price and can do without a swing boom. Ask Typhon about the warranty first.
Typhon $5,353.95$5,353.95
3.9/5
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.
- 2,370 lbOperating weight
- 65.7 inDigging depth
- 14 hpEngine
- HydraulicThumb
Check price at Amazon$9,799
Price checked November 3, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Pros
- Digs 65.7 in deep, deep enough for drainage and footings
- Pilot controls and a hydraulic thumb come standard
- Vanguard engine carries its own 3 year warranty
Cons
- Costs nearly twice as much as similar 1 ton machines
- Machine warranty is only 1 year
The MechMaxx MEC family
Every MechMaxx MEC model we rank, smallest first. Ratings compare each against its own size.
| Model | Operating weight | Rating | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| MechMaxx MEC06 | 1,345 lb | 3.1/5 | $4,399 |
| MechMaxx MEC10 Honda | 2,100 lb | 3.3/5 | $8,799 |
| MechMaxx MEC10 Vanguard (this one) | 2,370 lb | 3.9/5 | $9,799 |
| MechMaxx MEC12 | 2,700 lb | 3.6/5 | $17,099 |
| MechMaxx MEC17 | 4,145 lb | 3.0/5 | $27,299 |
How it scores
The rating comes from 5 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its size. How we rank explains each one.
Specifications
| Model number | MEC10 |
|---|---|
| Digging | |
| Operating weight | 2,370 lb |
| Digging depth | 65.7 in |
| Reach | 119 in |
| Dump height | 80 in |
| Bucket width | 15 in |
| Thumb | Hydraulic |
| Engine | |
| Engine | Briggs & Stratton Vanguard 408 cc |
| Power | 14 hp |
| Fuel | Gas |
| Machine | |
| Swing boom | Yes |
| Pilot controls | Yes |
| Width | 37 in |
| Warranty | 1 year |
Alternatives in this size
RELYMG 12U
For budget buyers who want a 1 ton machine delivered with a thumb. The listing leaves out digging depth, so ask before ordering.
Amazon $4,599$4,599
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
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