For owners who want a 2 ton diesel with pilot controls and zero tail swing for close quarters work. Get the digging depth and weight in writing first.
Amazon $13,999
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.
- 2,866 lbOperating weight
- 67.3 inDigging depth
- 13.5 hpEngine
- HydraulicThumb
Price checked November 7, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
- Heavier 1.3 ton frame is steadier than 1 ton machines when lifting
- Hydraulic thumb and canopy included
- Costs well under the Honda powered Terror XIII Pro
- A 13.5 hp gas engine is small for a 1.3 ton machine
- No swing boom, pilot controls or warranty listed
- Costs about $2,260 more on Amazon than on the Typhon store
The Typhon Terror XIII family
Every Typhon Terror XIII model we rank, smallest first. Ratings compare each against its own size.
| Model | Operating weight | Rating | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Typhon Terror XIII Storm (this one) | 2,866 lb | 3.0/5 | $9,299 |
| Typhon Terror XIII Pro Storm | 2,866 lb | 3.5/5 | $8,293.95 |
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 | Terror XIII Storm (TYPH-1301G) |
|---|---|
| Digging | |
| Operating weight | 2,866 lb |
| Digging depth | 67.3 in |
| Thumb | Hydraulic |
| Engine | |
| Engine | Briggs & Stratton XR2100 |
| Power | 13.5 hp |
| Fuel | Gas |
| Machine | |
| Operator cover | Canopy |
| Delivery included | Yes |
Alternatives in this size
For buyers who want a Kubota diesel with a thumb and swing boom for about $8,000. Machines with bigger engines dig faster for similar money.
Amazon $8,199For owners who want a small diesel that fits through a garden gate and comes ready to grab brush and rock. Ask about the warranty before ordering.
Amazon $8,899Compare
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