For excavator/backhoe work around a house, farm, or small jobsite, the choice between two new mini excavators usually comes down to weight, reach, and budget. Both 2026 models here are listed as New, show 0 hours, and share the same 13.5HP Briggs & Stratton EPA gas engine. The 1 Ton Mini Excavator, 13.5HP B&S EPA Gas Engine/+4 accessories lists at USD 4,999.00, while the 2026 NEW 1.4 Ton Digger 13.5hp Gas Tracked Crawler B&S EPA Engine Mini Excavator lists at USD 7,392.23. That is a USD 2,393.23 gap, so the real question is whether the extra capacity and crawler platform earn the higher listed price.
Quick verdict
If your typical dig is under 6 feet deep and you want to keep the machine cost low, the 1-ton model has the lower listed price and the same max dig depth as the bigger unit. If you work on uneven ground, need more material moved per pass, or want a tracked crawler stance, the 1.4-ton digger is the step up.
Side-by-side comparison
| Product | Listed Price | Price Bar | Rated Capacity | Max Dig Depth | Engine |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Ton Mini Excavator, 13.5HP B&S EPA Gas Engine | USD 4,999.00 | 1 ton | 5' - 6' | 13.5HP B&S EPA Gas | |
| 2026 NEW 1.4 Ton Digger, 13.5hp Gas Tracked Crawler B&S EPA | USD 7,392.23 | 1.4 ton | 5' - 6' | 13.5HP B&S EPA Gas |
Where each product wins
- The 1 Ton Mini Excavator wins on listed price and included extras. The title lists "+4 accessories," and the USD 4,999.00 price leaves room in the budget for other site tools. It also matches the larger unit's 5' - 6' max dig depth, so you are not giving up reach for the most common shallow digs.
- The 1.4 Ton Digger wins on capacity and ground contact. The title's "tracked crawler" points to a wider stance for rough terrain, and the description lists a 380mm wide bucket with 0.025cbm capacity. If you are moving loose material, cleaning ditches, or breaking rock, that extra bite per pass matters.
Product notes
1 Ton Mini Excavator, 13.5HP B&S EPA Gas Engine/+4 accessories
At USD 4,999.00, this is the lower listed price of the two, and the title includes "+4 accessories," so the buying decision is really about whether 1 ton of rated capacity is enough for your jobs. The 5' - 6' max dig depth matches the more expensive model, which makes it a legitimate choice for shallow trench work in landscaping, greenhouse, and courtyard settings. It is listed as New with 0 hours, and both units share the same China origin. The engine spec-13.5HP Briggs & Stratton EPA gas-matches the rival too, so the power source is identical on paper. The limitation is in the lift: at 1 ton, you will move less material per pass. For dense clay, wet soil, or heavier chunks, the smaller bucket will feel the strain sooner than the 1.4-ton machine.
2026 NEW 1.4 Ton Digger 13.5hp Gas Tracked Crawler B&S EPA Engine Mini Excavator
The higher listed price of USD 7,392.23 buys 0.4 ton more rated capacity and a tracked crawler platform, per the title. The description adds a 380mm wide bucket and 0.025cbm bucket capacity, which gives you a sense of the larger bite per cycle. That makes it better suited to ditch cleaning, bull-dozing, and rock-breaking tasks, which the description calls out. It is also New with 0 hours and carries the same 5' - 6' max dig depth as the cheaper unit, so you are not gaining reach here-you are gaining bulk and bucket volume. The trade-off is the higher cash outlay: at over USD 7,392, this is a bigger investment for a machine that may be more than you need if your jobs stay light.
Final choice by use case
- For shallow digs and a firmer budget: Choose the 1 Ton Mini Excavator at USD 4,999.00. You get the lower listed price, the same 5' - 6' dig depth, and the "+4 accessories" noted in the title.
- For rough terrain and heavier material: Choose the 1.4 Ton Digger at USD 7,392.23. The extra 0.4 ton, tracked crawler design, and larger bucket volume justify the higher price when you need more moving mass per pass.
