Quick take
If you're shopping for a compact excavator with an enclosed cab, the first thing to decide is whether you need a complete machine or a replacement cab. The four items here cover both: three new mini excavators and one used Case CX60C shell cab. The listed prices run from $2,900 for the shell cab to $5,588 for the top-priced machine with a swing boom. Among the complete machines, the two smaller models are separated by about $1,270 in listed price, so the choice comes down to engine type, included support, and what the product description promises beyond the machine itself.
Listed price comparison
| Product | Listed price | Price bar |
|---|---|---|
| 1.4Ton Mini Excavator With Enclosed Cab Swing Boom 13.5hp B&S Engine | USD 5,588.00 | |
| NEW 1.2Ton Mini Excavator Enclosed cab 13.5HP EPA Engine Excavator Attachment | USD 5,218.00 | |
| 1.2Ton Mini Excavator With Enclosed Cab 13.5HP Engine MINI EXCAVATORS FOR SALE | USD 3,947.25 | |
| Case CX60C Mini Excavator Shell Cab | USD 2,900.00 |
Decision matrix
| If you need... | Consider | Why |
|---|---|---|
| A new machine with swing-boom digging and a 5-6 ft max depth | The B&S swing-boom model | The only complete excavator here with a swing boom and deeper dig depth. |
| A complete machine with a 13.5HP EPA engine and no assembly needed | The EPA model | The description includes a 12-month warranty and no-assembly setup. |
| A complete machine at a lower listed price | The RATO model | The lower-priced of the two complete machines in the compact class. |
| A replacement cab shell for a Case CX60C | The Case CX60C shell | The only item here that is a cab shell rather than a complete machine. |
Product notes
1.4Ton Mini Excavator With Enclosed Cab Swing Boom 13.5hp B&S Engine
This is the highest-priced item in the group. It's also the only complete excavator here with a swing boom, which lets you dig side to side without moving the machine as often. The description lists a 1.4-ton operating weight, a 5-6 ft max dig depth, an enclosed glass cab, and a hydraulic thumb. If you expect to work in tight spaces and want a complete new machine with a Briggs & Stratton engine, this is the one to study. On the other hand, it's the most expensive option among the four, so it makes sense only if the swing boom and extra dig depth genuinely fit your job.
NEW 1.2Ton Mini Excavator Enclosed cab 13.5HP EPA Engine Excavator Attachment
This 1.2-ton machine is the second-highest-priced item here and the higher-priced of the two complete machines in the same class. The title points to a 13.5HP EPA engine, and the description says it needs no assembly and includes a 12-month warranty. The machine is positioned as a compact digger. Choose this one if you want a complete new excavator in this compact class and prefer a product description that spells out after-sales support. The main trade-off is the price gap above the other complete machine in the same class, which may be hard to justify if you don't need the EPA engine claim or warranty support.
1.2Ton Mini Excavator With Enclosed Cab 13.5HP Engine MINI EXCAVATORS FOR SALE
This is the lower-priced complete machine in the same compact class. It shares the same power rating as the other compact model, but its description specifies a RATO 420cc air-cooled engine, a 1.5 km/h travel speed, and a 30° climbing angle. If you want a complete new machine and the listed price is a big factor, this one has the lower listed price. The trade-off is that the description focuses on engine and terrain capability rather than after-sales details.
Case CX60C Mini Excavator Shell Cab
This item is a shell cab only, not a complete mini excavator. It's the lowest-priced item in the group, and the description notes it has sat for years, has a broken windshield, and has unknown electrical components. It's sold as-is with no returns and is local pickup only. It's aimed at someone who needs a CX60C cab shell for repair or replacement. If you're looking for a ready-to-dig machine, this isn't it. But if you already have a Case CX60C and need a shell, this is the only item here that matches that specific use.
Final recommendation by use case
If you want a complete machine with swing-boom capability and a deeper listed dig depth, the B&S model is a good match. If you want a complete machine and the listed price is a major factor, the RATO model is the lower-priced of the two smaller complete machines. If you prefer a complete machine with explicit after-sales support in the description, the EPA model is worth a closer look. And for a used cab shell for a Case CX60C, the Case item is the only one that fits that purpose.
