800+ Hour Chinese Mini Excavator Review

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  • Опубликовано: 24 дек 2024

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  • @MyLifeThai371
    @MyLifeThai371 4 месяца назад +83

    My buddy is an electrician and bought one of these Chinese excavators last fall for $12,000 with the hydraulic thumb and 3 attachments along with the quick connect option, so he can switch attachments quickly. It only digs 5'6" deep, but the reason he bought it is when he is trenching in wire with the ditch witch he will run into rocks sometimes. The excavator digs out the rocks and will save his body for many more years of work. He loves this machine! He could have bought the $7,500 model but he wanted all the attachments. He bought the post hole digger, spare bucket that is wider and a rake for tearing out brush.

    • @vangrijaa
      @vangrijaa 3 месяца назад +1

      Why didn’t he just use a pickaxe for the trench v

    • @CarpetCleaner21
      @CarpetCleaner21 3 месяца назад +4

      @@vangrijaaan efficiency 5 shovel would’ve worked just as good

    • @LarsDcCase
      @LarsDcCase 3 месяца назад +6

      @@vangrijaa That's called hard labour.

    • @LJStatues
      @LJStatues 2 месяца назад +7

      Electrician digging there own trench? I have never seen that before

    • @dominicviola8908
      @dominicviola8908 Месяц назад +1

      @@LJStatuesyou don’t want to see it man. You have seen the messes they make inside a finished home😂 what do you think they do out in the wild

  • @mikedesilets3324
    @mikedesilets3324 4 месяца назад +22

    I've had my QH12 over a year and love it. I added a 24" tilt bucket. I'm almost done doing my own hydraulic thumb conversion with bypass valves. I also did a hinge and latch mod on the rear panel. Plus a fan for cooling. Better lights and and oil drain valve and hose. So cool to hear you have that many hours on yours.

  • @sproutandmerc1941
    @sproutandmerc1941 4 месяца назад +25

    Thank you for the long-term review!

  • @normhowes2975
    @normhowes2975 4 месяца назад +59

    When the engine gives up you can replace with a HarborFrieght unit like B&M Excavating did. Plus his is a lot easier on the ears and more power. Good video.

    • @NexGenLandscapes
      @NexGenLandscapes  4 месяца назад +12

      Thanks, and good idea! If we end up needing to do that we’ll cover it, our does sound like a lawn mower but it gives it character haha

    • @jtsokiehobbyandadventures6666
      @jtsokiehobbyandadventures6666 4 месяца назад +2

      I think these mini excavator would be better if the had 16 hp

    • @josephwheeler1142
      @josephwheeler1142 3 месяца назад +1

      ​@@jtsokiehobbyandadventures6666 not needed. The 13.5 hp is already overrated for the pressure and flow these have.

    • @joshalger6059
      @joshalger6059 Месяц назад

      Exactly!!! I would attempt and shoehorn a small 2 cylinder yanmar or kubota diesel in it😂

    • @lukeknight1133
      @lukeknight1133 Месяц назад

      id use the predator brand get way way more horsepower hahhaa their basically racing lawnmower motors

  • @ladehesa8819
    @ladehesa8819 2 дня назад +1

    Do you think the roof bars will hold up well in case of a rollover? Regards.

  • @joyezhang-x3g
    @joyezhang-x3g Месяц назад +7

    I am very happy to see our country's production of small excavators are loved by so many people, our company has produced and exported small excavators for 20 years, there are also interested in small excavator friends can find me to understand the machine, will give you a satisfactory answer!

  • @honumoorea873
    @honumoorea873 Месяц назад +4

    The guy in green treat the machine gently...one mandatory rule to keep those in shape..

  • @Lilman3000
    @Lilman3000 2 месяца назад +17

    These will be the honda quads of excavators in 30yrs

    • @zhezeng651
      @zhezeng651 Месяц назад +1

      Nowadays,you don’t use anything more than 10 years

  • @yngpablo1187
    @yngpablo1187 2 месяца назад +5

    Great review from a small channel! Keep it up!

  • @JohnBraman413
    @JohnBraman413 2 месяца назад +2

    i've seen other excavators cut a driveway. can that one handle cutting a driveway?

  • @Robert-cd5zr
    @Robert-cd5zr 2 месяца назад +4

    This would be perfect for great depression side gigs

  • @LarsDcCase
    @LarsDcCase 3 месяца назад +4

    Great review. I like the way you guys quickly get to meat and potatoes and show us some of the unit and how it works. 👍

  • @PacoOtis
    @PacoOtis 3 месяца назад +3

    Excellent presentation! Best of luck!

  • @leonking11.11
    @leonking11.11 20 дней назад

    Keep at it guys, i enjoyed the video and looking to get one myself. Sending big love from the 🇬🇧

  • @paulmak1899
    @paulmak1899 4 месяца назад +3

    Can it climb up and down steep slope , say 2 horizontal to 1 vertical ?

    • @benwalker9817
      @benwalker9817 Месяц назад +3

      I've taken mine (ff-12) down at least a 30 degree slope if not steeper and it went fine. I just dragged the bucket on the ground in front of me on the way down and then pushed with the boom on the way back up going backwards.

  • @Jesus-mc2do
    @Jesus-mc2do 3 месяца назад

    What type of brackets did you guys use for the engine cover ?? I recently bought one the engine access can be troublesome. Thank you.

  • @RAlNYDAYS
    @RAlNYDAYS 4 месяца назад +8

    I just picked up one of these to dig out a few holes around the property, hope it’s capable of doing so. I was nervous with my purchase but this video gave me some confidence, thanks!

    • @NexGenLandscapes
      @NexGenLandscapes  4 месяца назад +4

      Congrats, i’m glad we could help! If the blade is behind you while you dig, it makes you much more stable. Thanks for watching!

    • @erikadee8668
      @erikadee8668 2 месяца назад +1

      You said the guage was filled with salt water. I’m guessing that happened on the ship during transport. Does that not ruin the engine or any of the electrical parts?

    • @glyshorts9107
      @glyshorts9107 2 месяца назад +1

      Salt water so the gauge don't freeze?

  • @keithanderson9606
    @keithanderson9606 4 месяца назад +2

    Great video. Thanks. Did your come with a double hydraulic pump? I would love to see your review of mini skid steer. Cheers

    • @NexGenLandscapes
      @NexGenLandscapes  4 месяца назад

      Thank you! Unfortunately ours did not, and the skid steer video is uploading as we speak, so we'll see you soon!

  • @Kingsoupturbo
    @Kingsoupturbo 2 месяца назад +3

    Nice! I have the same impression of quality on mine. They have gotten a bit less expensive, mine was, after Ritchie auction fees, in July, in Alberta Canada, around 2250$ USD (of around 80 for sale, nobody likes to hear they paid more, just info for other viewers on current pricing), so the value is certainly there now. I put a cooling fan on the one side, but you guys seem to be fine after so much use and not having one! I think the exhaust outlet is like 1.5, I was looking to see if I could add an additional muffler as the engine is pretty loud, thanks for the review!

    • @fastlanetechnologies2512
      @fastlanetechnologies2512 Месяц назад

      What auction? That’s a great price

    • @Kingsoupturbo
      @Kingsoupturbo Месяц назад

      @@fastlanetechnologies2512 Ritchie Bros here in Alberta, you can check auction stats online with a free account, check Edmonton\Lethbridge Alberta\Prairies for this past summer.

  • @212Prospectors
    @212Prospectors 2 месяца назад +1

    Where do you find your parts at?

    • @DipajcDipa
      @DipajcDipa Месяц назад

      I have, you can tell me your demand

  • @angelao1476
    @angelao1476 3 месяца назад +2

    Where did you purchase?

    • @NexGenLandscapes
      @NexGenLandscapes  3 месяца назад +1

      Facebook marketplace, for both of our chinese machines

    • @DipajcDipa
      @DipajcDipa Месяц назад

      I can make connection with you through youtube. I can give you excavators.

  • @NexGenLandscapes
    @NexGenLandscapes  4 месяца назад +11

    Thanks for watching!

  • @JohnBraman413
    @JohnBraman413 2 месяца назад +1

    can you get the thumb attachment for it?

    • @NexGenLandscapes
      @NexGenLandscapes  Месяц назад

      Yes you can, It can however be tricky to track down parts without a go-to manufacturer.

    • @DipajcDipa
      @DipajcDipa 15 дней назад

      I have thumb attachment which is made in China

  • @someguydino6770
    @someguydino6770 Месяц назад +3

    visualize all of the time saved NOT having to pick up and drop off the machine for a 100 rental cycles .
    Think about all of the times you raced to make rental drop off time and the times that you were late and had to pay for an extra day.

  • @rudyetienneastudillo9260
    @rudyetienneastudillo9260 3 месяца назад

    Great review! I was hoping you could direct me to the hardware you used to make the hinged back. I agree it's a pain in the butt to take out all those bolts. Thanks again!

    • @LarsDcCase
      @LarsDcCase 3 месяца назад

      That kind of hardware can be purchased at almost any hardware store.

  • @DIYDr.
    @DIYDr. 2 месяца назад +1

    The editing was good.

  • @Jared_Albert
    @Jared_Albert 3 месяца назад +1

    Thank you for the review

  • @SameDayJunkRemoval
    @SameDayJunkRemoval 4 месяца назад +1

    Thanks for the review !!

  • @Remingtonrestoration
    @Remingtonrestoration Месяц назад +2

    Just paid $4500 for mine 2 days ago, put it to work on a job today…… for the price, seems like a great deal

  • @dgconstructionllc5390
    @dgconstructionllc5390 4 месяца назад +1

    Where can I get one of this ?

    • @akguy35tattoo
      @akguy35tattoo 2 месяца назад

      Where can I get one of this.??? That language my work in your country..but Def don't work on an English speaking site....but the word your looking for is. (These) geez...

    • @DipajcDipa
      @DipajcDipa Месяц назад

      I have.

  • @jimmyfavereau
    @jimmyfavereau Месяц назад +1

    well done , thanks guys !

  • @100Proof-n5d
    @100Proof-n5d 3 месяца назад +5

    My neighbor bought one for 4500$ after all auction taxes n fees. Love it.

  • @torkelsenhus
    @torkelsenhus 4 месяца назад +10

    haha, this is great. 800 hours, not bad.

  • @corvinvaski1922
    @corvinvaski1922 4 месяца назад +6

    Very informative !!!!!

  • @eesvideoss
    @eesvideoss 4 месяца назад +1

    Looks good!

  • @Dan-in-the-Wild
    @Dan-in-the-Wild 3 месяца назад +3

    Like and subscribe to see more.
    Nooo! 😂
    A thousand thumbs up. This is a much needed video for prospective buyers, so thank you for posting it!

  • @johnathankeller1948
    @johnathankeller1948 Месяц назад +1

    Thanks for the video,
    Do you know where one could buy one of these?

    • @mattsbrute
      @mattsbrute Месяц назад +2

      Ive seen them on Craigslist for $5800

    • @NexGenLandscapes
      @NexGenLandscapes  Месяц назад

      And facebook marketplace, all places like that are fine just be safe out there!

    • @DipajcDipa
      @DipajcDipa Месяц назад

      there are many excavators in China, you can contact me.

  • @softde
    @softde 2 месяца назад

    great landscapers, great machine

  • @TheCAPSLOCKrage
    @TheCAPSLOCKrage Месяц назад +1

    Excuse me ☝️ You said salt water in the hour meter??

  • @koriko88
    @koriko88 Месяц назад +1

    Get your Chinese excavator today before the war!

  • @stefanblack3909
    @stefanblack3909 27 дней назад

    "I met her in a hospice." 😂

  • @UberKrispy
    @UberKrispy 14 дней назад

    Ive had $500 Chinese compactors that vibrated apart over a summer. Awful quality, but use it for a summer & done. I did not expect to hear these excavators are adequate but you guys tried it & say they are more than decent.

  • @proto-nm9hr
    @proto-nm9hr 13 дней назад +1

    I kept getting temu commercials about this for some reason

  • @Zanderman2000
    @Zanderman2000 2 месяца назад +3

    How the heck your boom pins and bushings are so tight when 99% of the chinese excavators are loose from factory??

  • @jlui21
    @jlui21 Месяц назад +1

    It's on sale for...$6K (Nov 2024). I thought it was a joke and sent the listing to some friends. One of 'em sent me your video and...LO and behold, it seems like a solid investment. lol.

  • @Thumpertom
    @Thumpertom Месяц назад

    I would recommend digging with the blade in the front and pressure downward for better stabilization.

  • @kylemcmillan111
    @kylemcmillan111 Месяц назад +2

    Love the video and the positive site to saving a few bucks on a machine. I’ve been selling name brand excavators for many many moons and I always wonder on these things but honestly don’t see the business case. Have you done the math on productivity? I can tell by your video the machine is quite slow in comparison and I’m sure your ears are ringing. But it gets the job done…
    Example - 6 hour job, 30% efficiency is 2 hours. 2 hours per day by your 100 day math would be 200 hours. How many additional digs can you do with 200 hours? Is that 4 weeks of projects? 5? Your payback on a productive machine could be achieved in less than one year. 10k vs 30k - 20k / 1-3 or 4 small jobs in an extra week.
    Productivity over cheap all day long! Good luck!
    BTW if I hired you to do my landscaping and you showed up with that thing that was basically the equivalent to a champion generator at a campsite… you better be the cheapest guy in town. (I think you get the picture I’m just painting it.)

  • @jtsokiehobbyandadventures6666
    @jtsokiehobbyandadventures6666 4 месяца назад +1

    I bought one 2.5 years and was 11,500. Now you can buy same machine 5,000 to 6000. I have upgraded to pilot control and 16hp diesel. Its 39inch wide. I have bought with no warranty.

    • @NexGenLandscapes
      @NexGenLandscapes  4 месяца назад +1

      Thanks for watching, once this engine goes we plan to go with diesel as well!

    • @chrismalcomson2824
      @chrismalcomson2824 3 месяца назад

      ​@NexGenLandscapes
      I've been watching videos and reviews of these for a few years. Unfortunately, where I am at its difficult to get them here, but recently I found a company near me who imports them. So I'll be buying very soon. At least I'll be able to go see it, check it, and test it.
      Anyway... My main concern is the engine. The Koop diesel is rather noisy, so wouldn't be a good option for me. Besides, I'm a Briggs & Stratton fan, and know their engines quite well. If noise is an issue, I'd imagine the petrol one is the better option.
      Thanks for the great review. 👍

    • @jtsokiehobbyandadventures6666
      @jtsokiehobbyandadventures6666 3 месяца назад +1

      @chrismalcomson2824 it is always choice and needs. What fits your needs best.

    • @asperFromTG
      @asperFromTG Месяц назад

      ​@@chrismalcomson2824 Ear plugs or muffs help. Oldtimers seem to ditch these things, not good.

  • @paw-someadventures-2024
    @paw-someadventures-2024 4 месяца назад +8

    I have a QH12R that I got from the Richie Bros Auction for $4k. They're selling even cheaper now.
    Flow control valves on the 2 hydraulics on boom closest to seat stops all the jerkyness. When I got mine it was like a bucking bronco but now its smoothhhh.
    R on model stands for Rato engine which means predator engine from Harbor Freight.
    Hydraulic motor can be found at tractor supply and hydraulic hoses anywhere they sell them.
    Best thing I have ever bought for my property.
    Next is a skid steer with forestry mulcher so I can clear my land.
    Thanks for the video.

    • @NexGenLandscapes
      @NexGenLandscapes  4 месяца назад +1

      Thanks for watching! We agree it's a great purchase, and thank you for the tips :)

    • @andrewcarlson9929
      @andrewcarlson9929 4 месяца назад +5

      Where do you get flow control valves for something like this?

  • @Yohon-w5i
    @Yohon-w5i 2 месяца назад +2

    America needs to makevthe same for rhe same price

    • @DieselDaddy5.9
      @DieselDaddy5.9 Месяц назад +1

      Child labors not legal never would happen

    • @diffsnicker
      @diffsnicker Месяц назад +1

      We need to get rid of federal minimum wage then and people already complain it's too low. I really wish we could but we couldn't unless people wanna make less (they don't)

  • @michaelrichardson5505
    @michaelrichardson5505 2 месяца назад

    7 of these on an auction site. Currend bids average $350 ish. Ea With 1 day left. Im about to buy 3 of them and rent them out.

    • @akguy35tattoo
      @akguy35tattoo 2 месяца назад

      You think your going to buy them for 350..lol. trust me...there is a reserve price

    • @oldcutlas7806
      @oldcutlas7806 Месяц назад

      did you buy any, and how much did you end up paying if you did?

    • @michaelrichardson5505
      @michaelrichardson5505 13 дней назад

      @@oldcutlas7806 no. Some ended up going for more than retail ended up no real deals to be had

  • @OklahomaState
    @OklahomaState 3 месяца назад +1

    Do they come with a Title?

  • @topanteon
    @topanteon 18 дней назад

    I mean I paid mine 2000$. With shipping and costs it was 4500$

  • @85Treve
    @85Treve 10 дней назад

    I just bought one for $2250 CAD at an auction

  • @weeweed86
    @weeweed86 4 месяца назад +3

    Would it dig a trench down the middle of a hard packed gravel driveway....?

    • @NexGenLandscapes
      @NexGenLandscapes  4 месяца назад +1

      It's hard to say, sometimes they can struggle with compacted ground

    • @dickpat11
      @dickpat11 4 месяца назад +2

      @@NexGenLandscapes I have a ff15 and i recently dug a hydro trench at a buddies and went right through his gravel driveway, definitely took longer but no issues!

    • @tonystamer611
      @tonystamer611 2 месяца назад +1

      I have a agt qh12r I just dug a 200' trench 2' deep in hard gravel took 7hrs 6" trenching bucket slow going I'm impressed

  • @ss0073
    @ss0073 Месяц назад

    How about a video digging hard ground and not a pile of loose dirt?

  • @YaroslaffFedin
    @YaroslaffFedin Месяц назад

    This is $3500 factory price in china.

  • @blastingcapps4341
    @blastingcapps4341 День назад

    Paint it white and put Bobcat stickers on it nobody will know the difference

  • @PazLeBon
    @PazLeBon 2 месяца назад +1

    That aint digging

  • @JackO-d9t
    @JackO-d9t 13 дней назад

    It doesn't look strong enough to take a stump out.

  • @angeg6065
    @angeg6065 16 дней назад

    Moving a truck load of dirt isn't the same a s digging a trench in virgin dirt.
    Can't help being suspicious with your review

  • @SCUBONZIES
    @SCUBONZIES 3 месяца назад

    You look like Will Ferrell ,

    • @akguy35tattoo
      @akguy35tattoo 2 месяца назад

      Well that's an insult....😅

  • @LemonViper00
    @LemonViper00 15 дней назад

    These comments in here sound fake.

  • @joshuapaul349
    @joshuapaul349 4 месяца назад

    Where do you live that someone is going to give you a fine for running that without a seatbelt?

    • @josephwheeler1142
      @josephwheeler1142 3 месяца назад +1

      On a commercial job OSHA will.

    • @joshuapaul349
      @joshuapaul349 3 месяца назад

      @@josephwheeler1142 Does your lawn guy wear his seatbelt on his zero turn with the arops up?

    • @akguy35tattoo
      @akguy35tattoo 2 месяца назад

      No one cares

  • @Splitthatpie
    @Splitthatpie 3 месяца назад

    Not only that, but you could rebuild that engine relatively very cheap compared to a diesel motor or something like that I mean, you could order engine off eBay and have it in two days and have it in your damn machine that’s nice

  • @Splitthatpie
    @Splitthatpie 3 месяца назад

    Wow Ty Iam getting one

  • @jaredchristie8882
    @jaredchristie8882 Месяц назад

    No good for posture unfortunately.

  • @proto-nm9hr
    @proto-nm9hr 13 дней назад

    I kept getting temu commercials about this for some reason