If you're trying to decide between a compact new mini excavator for tight spaces and a larger used machine for heavier work, the real tension is not just price-it's dig depth, engine type, and condition. The four machines here cover a 1-ton gas model, a 1.4-ton tracked gas model, a 2-ton diesel with a cab, and a 3.5-ton used Kubota. Your choice should match the job site, the digging depth, and how much machine you are willing to manage.
Quick Take
For a new, small gas-powered digger with a low listed price, the 1 Ton RL Mini Excavator brings a 13.5 HP Briggs & Stratton EPA gas engine, a 5' - 6' max dig depth, and +4 accessories. If you want a 2-ton diesel with a cab and a deeper 8'1'' - 9' reach, the 2 Ton TERROR XVIII is the more substantial new machine in that price neighborhood. The 2026 1.4 Ton Digger sits between them in size but is priced above the 2-ton TERROR XVIII. The 2024 Used Kubota is the high-capacity option, but it is used, sold as-is, and has door glass damage.
Listed Price Comparison
| Machine | Listed price | Price bar |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 Used Excavator, Kubota V1505 Engine 3.5 TON | USD 20,899.00 | |
| 1 Ton Mini Excavator, 13.5HP B&S EPA Gas Engine/+4 accessories | USD 4,999.00 | |
| 2026 NEW 1.4 Ton Digger 13.5hp Gas Tracked Crawler B&S EPA Engine Mini Excavator | USD 7,392.23 | |
| 2 Ton New TERROR XVIII Mini Excavator Digger Tractor, KUBOTA D902 Diesel Engine | USD 5,626.00 |
The listed prices range from $4,999.00 to $20,899.00, a $15,900.00 spread across the four units. The three new mini excavators sit in the $4,999.00-to-$7,392.23 range, while the used 3.5-ton Kubota carries the top price. Country of origin is China for all four.
Decision Matrix
- Need a 5' - 6' digging depth and a compact new machine? Look at the 1 Ton Mini Excavator or the 2026 1.4 Ton Digger. Both list 0 hours and a 13.5 HP Briggs & Stratton gas engine.
- Need an 8'1'' - 9' dig depth with a diesel engine? The 2 Ton TERROR XVIII is the only new unit with that deeper range and a Kubota D902 diesel.
- Need a larger 3.5-ton machine for heavier work? The 2024 Used Kubota V1505 offers 25 HP and shows only 4.7 hours, but it is used, carries door glass damage, and is sold as-is.
Product Notes
2024 Used Excavator, Kubota V1505 Engine 3.5 TON
This is the biggest machine in the group at 3.5 tons, with a Kubota V1505 1.5L engine and 25 HP. Its condition sets it apart: the unit is used, has only 4.7 hours, and includes a 3-tooth standard bucket and hydraulic thumb. The trade-off is the used condition, with door glass damage and as-is terms. If you need a larger excavation machine and can accept used equipment, this is the unit; if you are set on a new machine, the three mini excavators below are all listed as new with 0 hours.
1 Ton Mini Excavator, 13.5HP B&S EPA Gas Engine/+4 accessories
The RL 1-ton mini excavator is new with 0 hours, a 13.5 HP Briggs & Stratton EPA gas engine, and a max dig depth of 5' - 6'. It comes with +4 accessories. With zero hours and a new condition, it is also a simpler baseline if you want a fresh machine rather than a used one. The limitation is the size: at 1 ton, it is lighter and has less reach than the 2-ton TERROR XVIII, so it suits tighter, lighter work rather than deep trenching. For a small gas-powered digger, this is a straightforward entry point.
2026 NEW 1.4 Ton Digger 13.5hp Gas Tracked Crawler B&S EPA Engine Mini Excavator
This 1.4-ton tracked crawler is new with 0 hours and a 2026 model year. It is powered by the same size Briggs & Stratton 13.5 HP EPA gas engine as the 1-ton model, but it steps up the operating weight to 1.4 tons. It comes with a 380mm wide bucket, 0.025cbm capacity, and 380mm platform ground clearance. The 380mm wide bucket gives this tracked model a distinct attachment for moving material. Its max dig depth is the same 5' - 6' as the 1-ton unit. The main thing to weigh is the price position: it costs more than either the 1-ton RL or the 2-ton TERROR XVIII, while offering a dig depth no deeper than the 1-ton model.
2 Ton New TERROR XVIII Mini Excavator Digger Tractor, KUBOTA D902 Diesel Engine
The TERROR XVIII is listed with a Kubota D902 diesel engine, a 2-ton working weight, an 8'1'' - 9' max dig depth, an enclosed AC/Heater cabin, precision pilot controls, and a hydraulic thumb clip. It pairs the new-machine group with a diesel powertrain. It is an interesting middle-ground option because it combines a 2-ton size with the deepest dig depth among the new machines. The limitation is physical size: with a 44-inch overall width, it will not squeeze through the same narrow gaps as the 1-ton models. If diesel power and a deeper dig are priorities, this is the new machine to compare against the 1.4-ton gas model.
Final Recommendation by Use Case
- For tight residential or light landscaping work: Choose the 1 Ton Mini Excavator at $4,999.00. It's new, gas-powered, and comes with +4 accessories and a 5' - 6' dig depth.
- For a 2-ton diesel machine with a cab and more digging depth: Choose the 2 Ton TERROR XVIII at $5,626.00. The Kubota D902 diesel and 8'1'' - 9' dig depth give you more capability without leaving the new mini-excavator price range.
- For a tracked crawler with a 380mm bucket and 1.4 tons: Choose the 2026 1.4 Ton Digger if the $7,392.23 price works for you.
- For larger-scale excavation with used equipment: Choose the 2024 Used Kubota V1505 3.5 TON at $20,899.00 if the door glass damage and as-is terms are acceptable for its 25 HP and 4.7 hours.
