For homeowners who want the most digging depth for the money in a gas machine. Ask about the warranty before ordering.
Amazon $5,299
For budget buyers who want a 1 ton machine delivered with a thumb. The listing leaves out digging depth, so ask before ordering.
- 2,646 lbOperating weight
- 13.5 hpEngine
- HydraulicThumb
Price checked November 3, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
- Low price with a hydraulic thumb and two buckets
- Zero tail swing means the back end will not hit a wall as you turn
- Shipping and unloading are included
- The listing gives no digging depth, reach or dump height
- Only “one-year after-sales service” is promised, not a stated warranty
How it scores
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Specifications
| Model number | 12U |
|---|---|
| Digging | |
| Operating weight | 2,646 lb |
| Bucket width | 15.7 in |
| Thumb | Hydraulic |
| Engine | |
| Power | 13.5 hp |
| Fuel | Gas |
| EPA certified | Yes |
| Machine | |
| Zero tail swing | Yes |
| Operator cover | Canopy |
| Tracks | Rubber |
| Delivery included | Yes |
Alternatives in this size
For buyers who want deep digging at a low price and can do without a swing boom. Ask Typhon about the warranty first.
Typhon $5,353.95For 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 $9,799Compare
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