When you're shopping for excavators and backhoes, a 1-ton mini excavator is a major purchase. Two new 13.5hp gas-powered track diggers in the same class are priced at USD 4,499.00 and USD 3,798.00. This head-to-head will help you decide which one belongs on your jobsite.
Quick verdict
The two machines are close in engine size and bucket capacity, but they differ in price, standard equipment, and layout. The right choice depends on whether you want a newer model with a named gas engine or a compact machine with a retractable blade.
Price comparison
| Product | Price | Price bar |
|---|---|---|
| TYPHON TERROR X | USD 4,499.00 | |
| MMS Mini Track Digger | USD 3,798.00 |
Where each one wins
For buyers who care about engine brand and build year, the TYPHON has the clearer story. For buyers who care about maneuverability in tight spaces, the MMS has the more compact build.
Product notes
TYPHON TERROR X 1-Ton Mini Excavator
At USD 4,499.00, the TYPHON TERROR X is the more expensive of the two. It's a new 1-ton gas mini excavator from TYPHON with a Briggs & Stratton engine and a 2025 model year. Operating weight is under 3,000 lbs, and the bucket is 380mm wide with 0.025 m³ capacity. It's positioned for small projects, garden and farmland work, municipal jobs, playgrounds, and public parks. Choose this one if you want a 2025 TYPHON with a named gas engine and a sub-3,000-lb operating weight. The main limitation is the $701 price gap over the MMS.
MMS 1-Ton Mini Track Digger
The MMS mini excavator is the lower-priced option at USD 3,798.00. It's a new 1-ton gas mini track digger powered by a 13.5hp RATO R420 engine. Its compact 880mm-wide chassis and adjustable-width design let it fit through most doorways, and the retractable dozer blade extends to 900mm to improve stability on side slopes. It also comes with a 0.025 m³ bucket, 30° climbing capacity, and 2.2 km/h travel speed. Choose this one if you want the lower price, a narrow footprint, and a blade that tucks away. The trade-off is the RATO R420 engine when the TYPHON names a Briggs & Stratton.
Final choice by use case
Go with the TYPHON TERROR X when a 2025 model year and a Briggs & Stratton engine matter more than the $4,499 price. Go with the MMS Mini Track Digger when a compact 880mm chassis and a retractable dozer blade at $3,798 are the priorities.
