Thank you for the review. Even though these machines are cheaper it’s still a substantial amount of money to spend and it’s nice to see an in-depth review to help us make better choices. Your time and input is appreciated.
I have one identical to this one and love it. It has made 10 times what I paid for it in the past year alone. However I have had some issues but they're minor. The suspension will give way after a while and let the rear end sag causing the wheels to turn outward. And the engine is mounted on soft rubber bushings which will eventually tear and have to be replaced. But other than that it's a great machine and capable of doing some amazing stuff.
@sourand jaded 💯% At this point my family is just going to but a TYM 254 with backhoe attachment. Good looking out man. You are absolutely right. Have a great day.
Harbour Freight. Be warned though if its shipped you need to arrange with the delivery company for either a fork lift or a power tailgate truck to get it off the back and pay the extra $70-$100 for the service.
ebay is where i got mine from in 2013 mine has a one cylinder diesel engine and no real big complaints. delivery of it was well the delivery company was not up to par
I bought one one these because it was going to cost me the same price to rent a miniexcavator for w month in order to dig a new drainfield. I needed a month because doing it myself, so i can only work after my day job. I figured, why rent something for a month when i can pay the same money and keep the excavator for other tasks. Yes, its not self propelled but that is another reason to buy the kids an ATV and be able to take the ATV as a tax deduction.
Your English is very good, thank you for a very informative video. I wish other non-English speaking people would take the time to learn as you did. Thanks again from your friends over the old land bridge. (I'm not in Alaska, but we were once connected, plus, it's sounds cooler than "over the pond" :)~
Rather you should 'reprogrammed" your brain to learn to understand other speakers of English Language. Once I had an American work colleague and we were to have a meeting with another Indian colleague working out of Calgary. While I could understand the Indian buy when he was speaking, my American colleague was "lost" throughout the meeting. I couldn't blame her simply because I am from a part of the world where people speak different languages and dialects so my hearing senses is sort of used to hearing people speaking English in different "tongues". So, who do we blame here? Surely not the guy speaking English using his natural tongue. At least he made effort to learn the language.
@@ADE-of-LAGOS I appreciate your opinion. My opinion has always been and always will be, the burden of a message that I am sending, the understanding lays with me, or the speaker. You talk to a group of people and if there are deaf people in that room, is it their fault that they didn't get the message? You come with me to the north end of Flint, Mi, and try to talk to a teenager at a party store. I would love to post that on youtube. It's Tribal, dude. Just Tribal. You said yourself that your colleague was "lost", well, it made you feel good that you weren't and you were better than her because she was stupid. Tribalism. God Bless.
@@ADE-of-LAGOS you know, reading your message again, I'm not as benevolent as much now, so let me say, FUCK You. there, I feel better, asshole. please let me take your pansy ass to the north side of Flint. please! asswipe.
I have the HF version and it has a Predator 9hp gas engine. Runs well, I've used it to repare an access dirt road on my land and it handles even tough stoney ground. Speed wise she's not the fastest but by no means slow, after you learn the controls it works well. It could do with being heavier. to get round this I attached it to my jeep or yard tractor for heavy stuff.
Actually, it's one of the series of small engines within the old Subaru Robin series. Used for many, many years, under various names and badges (Predator, Kohler, Craftsman, and many others). Made by the Subaru corporation until 2016, when certain product lines were sold-off. I believe Yamaha bought at least one of the engine lines, but still the engines are produced in several hp and torque ratings. Some say certain models were copies of Honda engines, but for almost all of the small 1 and 2 cylinder models, Subaru did the design and engineering work. They are the primary engine series approved for use in USA California, where emission standards are extremely strict. My supplier also does repair work, and his objective data shows them to be very reliable engines up to the 400-600 hour range, when pistons, rings, and valves may need service. Parts are readily available and repairs are simple to make, but even so, many users simply get a new one.
Every country makes some junk, and not all junk comes from one country. Try not to generalize too much. Many of their products are very high quality (not all). In fact, many of the "high quality" components come from, and have come from China for a long time.
I feel your pain on prejudice against china products. Its always hit and miss. I am a master automotive Tech with experience both heavy equipment repair and operation. I am also a welder. I would not consider one of these without that particular skill set. That said, i bought a small piece of property and need to do some dirt work, and for the money, i think that Harbor freight Tools mini hoe will do what i need it to do. At some point when i am done with it, i can sell it and get some money back. Just be aware, once the warranty is up, parts are unavailable. For the engine, you can get those parts. for the rams, you can buy other branded rams. The control block is the problem. The chassis, better know how to weld. I will immeditely add bellows and boots to protect the exposed booms, and ram head seals. I day in sand and the wiper seals are done.
So I get it's not ideal for the task, but has anyone dug a full (8 foot) basement foundation with one of these? I could see renting a skid steer for a few days to move the bulk of the dirt and use this for the detail work. But I literally have 0 experience so maybe I'm way off.
Yea the pump is so small you can barley do 2 motions at the same time. Also the controls are spool valves so there slower and less oil can travel out of them. I would prefer at least a larger pump, twin 20 horse engine, along with joystick controls not spool valves.
I suspect this isn't an unbiased review, but more of an infomercial from the manufacturer. My concern is durability. It sounds like even under homeowner level use they are breaking welds and having troubles from the motor, pump and cylinders.
Rhys Wilkie how is the Edison’s one you got going? I’m looking at buying one right now but still unsure if it’s worth it? Any info on your experience with it would be much appreciated? Cheers
Hey mate, I'm not too sure. It is my first machine and I've only ever used small cranes before with my dad. The engine seems really solid for the price point. It also has solid steel for the price and weight (ie all seems mild and decent thickness). I like the simplicity. The problem I am having, and that problem is preventing its use, is leaks in the lines. Too many leaks in the hydraulic lines to make it economic to use as I run too much oil. I'm not sure if it because it is my mistake, shitty lines, or what. The leaks come from the connections, but before the parts I was required to assemble. Let me know if youd like anything clarified. Rhys
Rhys Wilkie thanks for the heads up, is it a matter or some Teflon tape on the connections to fix it or need new connections all together? what’s it like power wise? Is there enough to dig out around tree stumps? Also what’s your thoughts on putting a bigger bucket on it? I’m thinking if I do get one I’d make a wider sand bucket for it but unsure weather the power of it would be sufficient enough to handle the extra lifting load..
Hey mate, maybe. I need to do some tape experiments. The power is appropriate for a hobbyist. You could get many stumps that aren't in tough positions. But I will take a while and may need a sawsall or jackhammer to get through sole roots and reduce the time taken. It doesn't appear to be easy to change buckets. But it could lift more. It is breaking the resistance of the land that the low weight struggles with. If that makee sense.
Looks like a great product, well made, and perfect for what I might need. The problem is that I could only understand about 2 out of every 10 words from the narrator. Maybe get a person who speaks English to do the commentary, and you would probably multiply your sales by about a thousand percent!
Oh yeah, got to agree, chineze steel is the worst! Great design, but get the good steel! We're making it again (thanks to Trump) in the USA! AND, that's not all! The US is back in the manufacturing business!! YEAY! NO KIDDING! There are trades schools opening up all over (mostly the east side), there are factories that have been mothballed for the last 18 years being opened up and running. You want a product built, from the iron ore to the shipping crate? It can and will happen right here in the U.S. of A. BRING IT! TRUMP WILL REWARD YOU AND REWARD US HERE IN THE USA. Take a vacation to Detroit, bring a gun, just kidding, go on a walleye fishing charter, catch fish, relax, but watch the iron ore freighters go by you. Enjoy this renaissance of manufacturing!
Reading your comment made me happy, but also sad now that the people in this country chose socialism over a man who loves this country with all his heart... 🇺🇲
Dear Friend, Good day ! I am alice from Jining Honor Machinery Co.,Ltd ! It is so much appreciate to receive your inquiry ! Of course! We are the source manufacturer of towable backhoe, with more than 10+ years of production experience. The towable backhoe is our best-selling product in US, UK and Canada. Here attached some more clear photos for your reference ! In order to provide you with the most suitable machine, we have 9 hp, 13hp ,15hp , please confirm to us which one you prefer ? Look forward your early confirmation ! Thanks Alice
Thank you for the review. Even though these machines are cheaper it’s still a substantial amount of money to spend and it’s nice to see an in-depth review to help us make better choices. Your time and input is appreciated.
it will only dig to 6", other than that it works pretty good
Is there an English version of this?
I have one identical to this one and love it. It has made 10 times what I paid for it in the past year alone. However I have had some issues but they're minor. The suspension will give way after a while and let the rear end sag causing the wheels to turn outward. And the engine is mounted on soft rubber bushings which will eventually tear and have to be replaced. But other than that it's a great machine and capable of doing some amazing stuff.
What's the fastest you have ever towed it? Have you ever towed it on the road?
@sourand jaded 💯%
At this point my family is just going to but a TYM 254 with backhoe attachment. Good looking out man. You are absolutely right. Have a great day.
@@subixbarbarasson6052 Top speed when towing is around 45 mph. I never go any faster that that.
It only digs to 6" other then that pretty good
@sourand jaded help em out
I need the wheel bearing assembly parts. Where can I buy the axle parts?
Chinese manufacturers are starting to be competitive!
Let's Dig they finally get the message quality is important.
Be sure to watch actual reviews, bent booms, bashed buckets. of course if you are diging in sand...
Do you have a part number for the oil filter? I would like to replace mine but cant find the number. My filter is all yellow with no markings. Thanks.
take the olod one to a parts house and start with a PH-8a.
Link in description is invalid
The purchase link is dead. HMMM
you told us everything but where to get it & how much is it
Google is your friend, and he said it was about 3 grand to buy.
in USA whare can I by one ?
Harbour Freight. Be warned though if its shipped you need to arrange with the delivery company for either a fork lift or a power tailgate truck to get it off the back and pay the extra $70-$100 for the service.
ebay is where i got mine from in 2013 mine has a one cylinder diesel engine and no real big complaints. delivery of it was well the delivery company was not up to par
harbour freight one is junk
It gets good reviews, I was thinking about getting one. Janson makes one too that is affordable.
@@bullithed ...bullshit, mine is still going
I bought one one these because it was going to cost me the same price to rent a miniexcavator for w month in order to dig a new drainfield.
I needed a month because doing it myself, so i can only work after my day job.
I figured, why rent something for a month when i can pay the same money and keep the excavator for other tasks. Yes, its not self propelled but that is another reason to buy the kids an ATV
and be able to take the ATV as a tax deduction.
How much was yours and where u get it from???
Great Work Done So Easily 👌
Your English is very good, thank you for a very informative video. I wish other non-English speaking people would take the time to learn as you did. Thanks again from your friends over the old land bridge. (I'm not in Alaska, but we were once connected, plus, it's sounds cooler than "over the pond" :)~
Put the shoe on the other foot and look in the mirror.
When you look only one direction the next hit you receive is usually called a blindside.
Rather you should 'reprogrammed" your brain to learn to understand other speakers of English Language. Once I had an American work colleague and we were to have a meeting with another Indian colleague working out of Calgary. While I could understand the Indian buy when he was speaking, my American colleague was "lost" throughout the meeting. I couldn't blame her simply because I am from a part of the world where people speak different languages and dialects so my hearing senses is sort of used to hearing people speaking English in different "tongues". So, who do we blame here? Surely not the guy speaking English using his natural tongue. At least he made effort to learn the language.
@@ADE-of-LAGOS I appreciate your opinion. My opinion has always been and always will be, the burden of a message that I am sending, the understanding lays with me, or the speaker. You talk to a group of people and if there are deaf people in that room, is it their fault that they didn't get the message? You come with me to the north end of Flint, Mi, and try to talk to a teenager at a party store. I would love to post that on youtube. It's Tribal, dude. Just Tribal. You said yourself that your colleague was "lost", well, it made you feel good that you weren't and you were better than her because she was stupid. Tribalism. God Bless.
@@1ofhis518 oh, fuck you
@@ADE-of-LAGOS you know, reading your message again, I'm not as benevolent as much now, so let me say, FUCK You. there, I feel better, asshole. please let me take your pansy ass to the north side of Flint. please! asswipe.
Brilliant 👍👍👍👍👍👍
Thank you very much for this excellent review !
Iw
Brilliant video thank u
what is the name of the engine
I have the HF version and it has a Predator 9hp gas engine.
Runs well, I've used it to repare an access dirt road on my land and it handles even tough stoney ground. Speed wise she's not the fastest but by no means slow, after you learn the controls it works well.
It could do with being heavier. to get round this I attached it to my jeep or yard tractor for heavy stuff.
Thanks for the comment!
Actually, it's one of the series of small engines within the old Subaru Robin series. Used for many, many years, under various names and badges (Predator, Kohler, Craftsman, and many others). Made by the Subaru corporation until 2016, when certain product lines were sold-off. I believe Yamaha bought at least one of the engine lines, but still the engines are produced in several hp and torque ratings. Some say certain models were copies of Honda engines, but for almost all of the small 1 and 2 cylinder models, Subaru did the design and engineering work. They are the primary engine series approved for use in USA California, where emission standards are extremely strict. My supplier also does repair work, and his objective data shows them to be very reliable engines up to the 400-600 hour range, when pistons, rings, and valves may need service. Parts are readily available and repairs are simple to make, but even so, many users simply get a new one.
Backhoe looks very nice, but what about its durability? I am prejudiced against chinese machines, quality of their metal leaves much to be desired.
Every country makes some junk, and not all junk comes from one country. Try not to generalize too much. Many of their products are very high quality (not all). In fact, many of the "high quality" components come from, and have come from China for a long time.
i have owned one for 4 years now and they are really good on everything but where you need a heavier machine
1200lbs plus how much you weigh
I had the harbor freight unit and loved it. It worked great for the price. Did anything I wanted it for.
I feel your pain on prejudice against china products. Its always hit and miss. I am a master automotive Tech with experience both heavy equipment repair and operation. I am also a welder. I would not consider one of these without that particular skill set. That said, i bought a small piece of property and need to do some dirt work, and for the money, i think that Harbor freight Tools mini hoe will do what i need it to do. At some point when i am done with it, i can sell it and get some money back. Just be aware, once the warranty is up, parts are unavailable. For the engine, you can get those parts. for the rams, you can buy other branded rams. The control block is the problem. The chassis, better know how to weld. I will immeditely add bellows and boots to protect the exposed booms, and ram head seals. I day in sand and the wiper seals are done.
Sir i want to know clynder details size n capacity n pump n engine hp
So I get it's not ideal for the task, but has anyone dug a full (8 foot) basement foundation with one of these? I could see renting a skid steer for a few days to move the bulk of the dirt and use this for the detail work. But I literally have 0 experience so maybe I'm way off.
When is someone going to import these nice machines into the USA?
i have owned one here in wv since febuary of 2013
Why don't you just go and order one? Seriously, is there problem with the website?
I think the cheapest Chinese machine is Harbor freight with 20% coupon it's about $2,200 mate..
Harbor Freight won’t let you use the coupons now and the price is up around 2700.00
Tributary House Ltd. yes now harbor raised it to 2999
2022 price is 3995. but i just bought it and got 10% off for using their credit card. normally i wouldnt, but I like $400.
How to purchase India
I'm more interested in the loader
Hi. Is this available in UK please?????
Yea the pump is so small you can barley do 2 motions at the same time. Also the controls are spool valves so there slower and less oil can travel out of them. I would prefer at least a larger pump, twin 20 horse engine, along with joystick controls not spool valves.
Not at this price you dont. Buy the DR if you are looking for that.
I suspect this isn't an unbiased review, but more of an infomercial from the manufacturer. My concern is durability. It sounds like even under homeowner level use they are breaking welds and having troubles from the motor, pump and cylinders.
Yellow loader is Avant-copy
Ok,thank you!
is it available in india, what is Indian price, made in which country
Can you get these in Australia ?
Yes. I've got one. Edisons is where I got mine. I got it for about $2,300. It seems good apart from leaky couplings.
Rhys Wilkie how is the Edison’s one you got going? I’m looking at buying one right now but still unsure if it’s worth it? Any info on your experience with it would be much appreciated?
Cheers
Hey mate, I'm not too sure. It is my first machine and I've only ever used small cranes before with my dad. The engine seems really solid for the price point. It also has solid steel for the price and weight (ie all seems mild and decent thickness). I like the simplicity. The problem I am having, and that problem is preventing its use, is leaks in the lines. Too many leaks in the hydraulic lines to make it economic to use as I run too much oil. I'm not sure if it because it is my mistake, shitty lines, or what. The leaks come from the connections, but before the parts I was required to assemble. Let me know if youd like anything clarified. Rhys
Rhys Wilkie thanks for the heads up, is it a matter or some Teflon tape on the connections to fix it or need new connections all together?
what’s it like power wise? Is there enough to dig out around tree stumps? Also what’s your thoughts on putting a bigger bucket on it? I’m thinking if I do get one I’d make a wider sand bucket for it but unsure weather the power of it would be sufficient enough to handle the extra lifting load..
Hey mate, maybe. I need to do some tape experiments. The power is appropriate for a hobbyist. You could get many stumps that aren't in tough positions. But I will take a while and may need a sawsall or jackhammer to get through sole roots and reduce the time taken.
It doesn't appear to be easy to change buckets. But it could lift more. It is breaking the resistance of the land that the low weight struggles with. If that makee sense.
Русский наверное. Акцент выдает))
Не выносимо слушать этот "английский".
BOGAS link above....
oh ya this going to happen
looks like a lot of russian poison ivy in your backyard
Magnifique
На каком то русском английском чешет...как мутко- май диар френдс..
Looks like a great product, well made, and perfect for what I might need. The problem is that I could only understand about 2 out of every 10 words from the narrator. Maybe get a person who speaks English to do the commentary, and you would probably multiply your sales by about a thousand percent!
Earwax problem??
Sleeping music
Wtf can't understand what there saying..
listen to it several times and your ear will learn the accent.
Oh yeah, got to agree, chineze steel is the worst! Great design, but get the good steel! We're making it again (thanks to Trump) in the USA! AND, that's not all! The US is back in the manufacturing business!! YEAY! NO KIDDING! There are trades schools opening up all over (mostly the east side), there are factories that have been mothballed for the last 18 years being opened up and running. You want a product built, from the iron ore to the shipping crate? It can and will happen right here in the U.S. of A. BRING IT! TRUMP WILL REWARD YOU AND REWARD US HERE IN THE USA. Take a vacation to Detroit, bring a gun, just kidding, go on a walleye fishing charter, catch fish, relax, but watch the iron ore freighters go by you. Enjoy this renaissance of manufacturing!
Truck fump.
@@jimhouse9961 you're an asshole, leave the country commie.
Reading your comment made me happy, but also sad now that the people in this country chose socialism over a man who loves this country with all his heart... 🇺🇲
I know you think you're speaking English, but you really, really aren't.
You uh speak u English???
Dear Friend,
Good day ! I am alice from Jining Honor Machinery Co.,Ltd ! It is so much appreciate to receive your inquiry !
Of course! We are the source manufacturer of towable backhoe, with more than 10+ years of production experience. The towable backhoe is our best-selling product in US, UK and Canada.
Here attached some more clear photos for your reference !
In order to provide you with the most suitable machine, we have 9 hp, 13hp ,15hp , please confirm to us which one you prefer ?
Look forward your early confirmation !
Thanks
Alice