In the United States, the market demand for mini excavators is increasing year by year, especially in the construction industry, landscaping and municipal projects. Engineering companies and small construction teams in the U.S. are increasingly looking for flexible, efficient and affordable equipment to meet the needs of small workspaces and complex work environments. The tiny mini Excavator is the preferred choice of many U.S. customers because of its flexibility and efficiency as a machine suitable for use in confined spaces.

As one of YG Machinery’s specialized products, the mini crawler excavator and compact mini excavator have gained wide recognition in the U.S. market. With its excellent performance, innovative design and high cost performance, YG’s cheap Chinese mini excavator has successfully penetrated into the US market and provided efficient construction solutions for many customers.
Mini Crawler Excavator Parameters
Model | YG-08 | YG-09 | YG-10 | YG-12 | YG-18 | YG-25 |
Operation Weight | 680 KG | 680 KG | 820 KG | 850 KG | Not Provided | 2500 KG |
Engine (Customized) | Coop192 G2, E5+50, B&S-gas | Coop192 G2, E5+50, B&S-gas | Coop192 G2, E5+50, B&S-gas | Coop192 G2, E5+50, B&S-gas | Kubota/Laklog18.4kw | Kubota D1105 14.2Kw, Perkins 14.7kw, Laidong 3TE25 18.4Kw |
Power | 7.6 kW / 12 HP | 7.6 kW | 7.6 kW | 7.6 kW | 11.2 kW | 14.2 kW, 14.7 kW, 18.4 kW |
Hydraulic Cylinder, Pump, Valve (Customized) | Warranty 1 year | Warranty 1 year | Warranty 1 year | Warranty 1 year | Not Provided | 18 MPa (Pressure) |
Bucket Capacity | 0.03 CBM | 0.03 CBM | 0.03 CBM | 0.03 CBM | 0.045 m³ | 0.06 m³ |
Rotation Speed | 10 r/min | 11 r/min | 11 r/min | 11 r/min | Not Provided | 10~12 rpm |
Overall Dimension (LWH) | 2430mm * 720mm * 1390mm | 2430mm * 720mm * 1390mm | 2700mm * 910mm * 1480mm | 2870mm * 1000mm * 2030mm (2285mm with shed) | 3160mm * 1050mm * 2270mm | 3855mm * 1050mm * 2270mm |
Crawler Grounding Length | 1140 mm | 1140 mm | 1200 mm | 1200 mm | 1130 mm | 1230 mm |
Crawler Width | 150 mm | 150 mm | 180 mm | 180 mm | Not Provided | 230 mm |
Max Digging Height | 2350 mm | 2500 mm | 2680 mm | 2580 mm | 3275 mm | 3365 mm |
Max Discharge Height | 1600 mm | 1600 mm | 1700 mm | 1745 mm | 2310 mm | 2385 mm |
Max Digging Depth | 1300 mm | 1300 mm | 1600 mm | 1700 mm | 2150 mm | 2050 mm |
Max Digging Radius | 2400 mm | 2450 mm | 2850 mm | 3030 mm | 3470 mm | 3860 mm |
Mini Turning Radius | 1100 mm | 1100 mm | 1290 mm | 1290 mm | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
Platform Clearance to Ground | 380 mm | 370 mm | 370 mm | 370 mm | Not Provided | 210 mm |
Swing Angle | 360° | 360° | 360° | 360° | Not Provided | 75° Left, 45° Right |
Climbing Gradient | 30° | 30° | 30° | 30° | Not Provided | 35° |
Bulldozer Max Depth | 150 mm | 190 mm | 190 mm | 170 mm | Not Provided | 192 mm |
Bulldozer Max Raising Height | 260 mm | 260 mm | 260 mm | 240 mm | Not Provided | 262 mm |
Walking Speed | 2.5 km/h | 2.3 km/h | 2.5 km/h | 2.5 km/h | Not Provided | 3.5 km/h |
Bucket Digging Force | 6.5 KN | 6.5 KN | 10.7 KN | 11.5 KN | Not Provided | 14 KN |
Hydraulic System Pressure | Not Provided | Not Provided | Not Provided | Not Provided | 16 MPa | 18 MPa |


Demand for Mini Excavators in the U.S. Market
The U.S. market demand for the tiny mini excavator is growing, especially in the following areas:
- City construction and municipal engineering: in the United States in the big cities, many construction sites have limited space, need to use mini excavator for earthmoving, pipeline laying and other work. mini crawler excavator’s flexibility and compact design, so that it can successfully complete the task in these narrow environments.
- Landscaping and small earthworks: Many small-scale landscaping and infrastructure projects also require the use of the compact mini excavator for efficient operations in limited spaces.
- Private and family projects: more and more American consumers and families are also starting to rent or buy mini excavators for personal earthmoving projects, such as backyard excavation and infrastructure construction.


YG Machinery’s Response Strategies and Advantages
As an industry and trade integration company with more than 20 years of experience, YG Machinery is committed to providing high-quality construction machinery and equipment to customers around the world. With its mini crawler excavator and compact mini excavator, YG Machinery not only meets the demand for mini excavators in the U.S. market, but also provides the following competitive advantages:
- High cost performance: YG Machinery provides cheap Chinese mini excavator with very high cost performance, which can meet the requirements of American customers for both economy and efficiency. YG’s equipment is not only reasonably priced, but also never compromised on performance, which is very popular among customers.
- Diversified products: In addition to mini excavators, YG Machinery also produces a variety of excavator attachments, water well drilling rigs, wood chippers and other equipment, providing customers with one-stop solutions to meet different construction needs.
- Stable quality and globalized service: YG Machinery sells its products globally and is highly praised by customers from all over the world. Whether it is product quality, after-sales service, or logistics and distribution, YG always insists on providing excellent customer experience.


Successful Cases for US Customers
In the past few years, YG Machinery’s tiny mini excavator and mini crawler excavator have successfully entered several US engineering projects. The following are some typical customer cases:
- Landscaping project: In a large-scale landscaping project in California, a local horticultural company purchased YG’s compact mini excavator and successfully completed the underground pipe laying and earth excavation by utilizing its powerful digging force and flexibility. The customer commented that YG’s excavator was a perfect fit for their work environment, especially in tight spaces, and that the equipment’s maneuverability and stability made the work more efficient.
- Urban Municipal Project: In a municipal infrastructure project in New York City, YG’s mini crawler excavator was widely used in tight construction spaces. Due to its excellent adaptability and ease of operation, the machine successfully completed earthmoving and pipe repair tasks, and the project was completed ahead of schedule to the satisfaction of the client.
- Private family projects: In many areas of the United States, many families have also begun to choose to purchase YG’s cheap Chinese mini excavator for backyard infrastructure and earthmoving projects. With high cost performance and good user experience, YG’s excavators have also received a warm response in the family market.
Cheap Chinese Mini Excavator from YG Machinery
With the increasing demand for tiny mini excavators in the US market, YG Machinery has successfully met this demand by virtue of its excellent product quality and globalized service system. Whether in large-scale projects, landscaping or small-scale construction projects, YG Machinery’s mini crawler excavator and compact mini excavator have demonstrated excellent performance and high cost performance, and have become an excellent choice for U.S. customers.
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