6,000 Pound Diesel Chinese Mini Excavator!

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  • @thefirewooddoctor
    @thefirewooddoctor Рік тому +48

    The build quality is not bad for the price! You pay a lot for the Kubota or Bobcat name, but the build quality is way better but at 4x the price. One of these with a hydraulic thumb is all the machine I'd need for handling logs in my woodyard for firewood production.

  • @erikcourtney1834
    @erikcourtney1834 Рік тому +17

    I’m actually impressed. I thought the video was going to be a joke. But for $14.5k, that ain’t bad honestly.

    • @dig_it_starnes5222
      @dig_it_starnes5222  Рік тому +7

      Agreed! I've used it on a couple paying jobs. took a little longer but saved me from having to rent one

    • @0barnarb
      @0barnarb Рік тому +1

      Is that the real price for this

    • @DevinWescott
      @DevinWescott 9 місяців тому

      @@dig_it_starnes5222where can I buy one of these?

    • @silentmountain-SM
      @silentmountain-SM Місяць тому

      in China sold 7k us dollers

  • @sonnykwan6845
    @sonnykwan6845 11 місяців тому +14

    This Chinaman approves your video! Been looking at Agrotk NT30 and NT45 and also CFG STE35SR and CFG KU45 looking at what to bid on, seems like the bigger the better but trying to transport a 45 on a 10,000# trailer with a Tundra might be a challenge until I get a Diesel dually with a 20,000# trailer. Look forward to seeing more of your videos.

  • @calebrichards3383
    @calebrichards3383 Рік тому +7

    The heat works good in the summer and the air works good in the winter.

  • @zbar1448
    @zbar1448 Рік тому +10

    what a gorgeous machine

  • @mr_bear4450
    @mr_bear4450 Рік тому +8

    i like the diesel creek intro 👍

  • @retydeere1111
    @retydeere1111 Рік тому +8

    I think I seen these at a Ritchie Auction in central CA. It appeared there was a sh.t of em there.
    Great video of their capabilities here…would of never thought about owning one.✌️

  • @RobertJohnson-rt8nc
    @RobertJohnson-rt8nc Рік тому +7

    I have this same machine, SDJK JKW20, with Kubota V1505 engine, so far pretty impressed

    • @canadianosprey
      @canadianosprey Рік тому +1

      Could share the link where you bought it? Thanks!

    • @DevinWescott
      @DevinWescott 9 місяців тому +1

      Link please?

    • @owenrossi6032
      @owenrossi6032 3 місяці тому

      Did you purchase it direct from SDJK how was you experience dealing with them im currently looking into geting one from them

  • @georgewest2096
    @georgewest2096 Рік тому +5

    I have one of those. The auxiliary hydrolic controls are in the control handles. Buttons right in the middle. I asked SDJK and it took two days for them to find them.

    • @prosperity4444
      @prosperity4444 Рік тому

      Whats the auxiliary controls for

    • @EthanPDobbins
      @EthanPDobbins 11 місяців тому

      ​@@prosperity4444to put things like a claw on it so that you can lift things easily. It doesn't have the mount for a claw on it but you can have one welded on

    • @stevenwebber5998
      @stevenwebber5998 5 місяців тому

      ​@@prosperity4444 I was wondering the same thing.

  • @skibik3r
    @skibik3r 10 днів тому

    Thank you for posting this video! I just bought one of these at Ritchie at a really great price. Your how much can it lift really helped as I also bought an 800lb saw mill.
    The nt30 was able to "stick lift" it onto my trailer with no problem. I could only use the boom lift if it was really close.
    Kind of a bummer that this machine takes different attachments and uses 30mm pins, none of the cheap "1 ton" accessories will work.
    I think Cat 301 attachments fit? I need to double check the mounting dimensions.
    Thanks again!

  • @bobearl7859
    @bobearl7859 5 місяців тому +1

    It's easy dude to turn on the hydraulics for the Auxiliary Hydraulic Grab a wrench and turn the little bolt on the black where you hooked those up to.

  • @seanschabeg7877
    @seanschabeg7877 Рік тому +6

    diesel creek inspired intro,nice👍

    • @dig_it_starnes5222
      @dig_it_starnes5222  Рік тому +4

      yep! his videos are what got me doing UA-cam in the first place! my stuff is going to be somewhere inbetween him and whistling diesel. save the old stuff, beat on the newer crap

    • @GophersMachinery
      @GophersMachinery Рік тому

      🤝

  • @78fenderPbass
    @78fenderPbass 5 місяців тому

    Getchu some vinyl top adhesive and spray it on with a $18 Harbor Freight spray gun with the biggest tip and the headliner will never come down! Nice review! I want one!

  • @jamesglass3278
    @jamesglass3278 Рік тому +2

    The reason it has to go to auction is to void the warranty… if sold by auction there is no warranty it does not transfer. But you probably knew this.

  • @ifyoutip
    @ifyoutip Рік тому +2

    They are good for personal use. If you are trying to make a living and got to deliver on time get a john deere. I have seen lots of old cat and deere and Volvo, and Clark equipment where the hour meters wear out before the machine. Usually the hour meters quit working around 23,047.09 -34,567.33 hours. Id be surprised if you could get any serious work done with these and make it past 3000 hours. The problem with these is the cheap quality material used. Its not the welds are bad. The steel, the bolts, the seals, all cheaper and weaker than quality components. I know. I have a 14,000 lb 2022 year model Chinese piece of junk setting in my shop. Has 6 hours on it. The engine is good at least. Everything else is the problem.

  • @teedub68
    @teedub68 Рік тому +3

    Im interested in getting one too... Im in ohio. do you know of any dealers in or near central ohio?

  • @forgottendreams01
    @forgottendreams01 5 місяців тому

    Is the bucket bolts same size as the smaller chinese mini's and will use those buckets and attachments?

  • @ArthurDentZaphodBeeb
    @ArthurDentZaphodBeeb Рік тому +1

    $14.5K is a steal! AGT sells them for $19.3K out of Chicago (which is still a decent price).
    I paid $14K for a 1.6T Chinese mini, incl tax/duties, direct from the manufacturer. Yes, got 3 buckets, drill motor, drill bits, but damn, $14.5K is a ripper of a deal. I see shitty gas engine 1T chinese minis selling for $8K plus auction fees/taxes/shipping, so $10+K all-in.
    I never ran a piece of equipment with AC - you young-uns are spoiled. Heck, most didn't even have a friggin fan.

  • @tonypapst580
    @tonypapst580 19 днів тому

    I bought a NT30. But I didn’t get a users manual or parts breakdown . I’m having a problem with the tracks wanting to roll off. It looks like the rollers on the bottom have single male roller that isn’t deep enough to keep it lined up. I also have a IHI 1 ton. The rollers on it roll on the outside. I would like to have a pump on hand can you help out?

  • @ryanhansen8312
    @ryanhansen8312 Рік тому +2

    Nice little unit for the money

  • @Memnoch451
    @Memnoch451 3 місяці тому

    " Are you thinking what I'm thinking?" Hold my beer!

  • @miller5007
    @miller5007 Рік тому +1

    I just bought one and am looking to add a thumb. Any tips?

  • @JonsDailyHustle
    @JonsDailyHustle Рік тому +2

    That new mini excavator looks really good....compared to your older Chinese ex anyways lol. I'm actually wanting to get one of these in the future for doing some of the smaller landscape jobs I do

  • @ProfessorNugget
    @ProfessorNugget Рік тому +1

    You should be paid by these companies for each sale of that small mini ex u basically sold me on buying one for my property i just got it one month after purchase and love it!

  • @byrontalbot7694
    @byrontalbot7694 Рік тому

    Thinking your auxiliary hydraulic control is on the side of the left pedal assembly. A little flip up switch, just like bobcat 324

  • @jakeguello6814
    @jakeguello6814 4 місяці тому

    by far the best review of one of these on youtube

  • @R94GC
    @R94GC 5 місяців тому

    Just posted a video to my page of a Chinese mini digger and the TMK 150 tree sheer! Crazy how powerful these things are

  • @garyjones630
    @garyjones630 Рік тому +2

    how fast is the ground travel? i have a mini ex. not this brand but my push mower is faster on the go.

  • @tman7392
    @tman7392 Рік тому +5

    I keep re-watching this video. You guys are hilarious. Seriously though could this thing actually be a viable option for regular Joes? Looking forward to seeing how it performs for you. If you guys think this is a decent option please let us know and maybe give us some accurate specs the Chinese specs seem to be all over the place on this model. actual weight and reach would be good to know. Keep up the great videos and hurry up and make another one. 👍

    • @CIAYAHandAHRLIE
      @CIAYAHandAHRLIE Рік тому +1

      I picked up a 1 ton for around $5,,700 From China and it works great!

    • @DevinWescott
      @DevinWescott 9 місяців тому

      @@CIAYAHandAHRLIE where did you buy it from and did you have port fees and all?

    • @CIAYAHandAHRLIE
      @CIAYAHandAHRLIE 9 місяців тому

      @@DevinWescott I got it from Shandong nuote machinery in China.
      I found them on Alibaba. I also used a cCustoms Broker for all my paperwork.

  • @manyfaces2614
    @manyfaces2614 Рік тому +2

    If hold my beer was a duo,it'll be yall two😂! 🤘 merica

  • @jeremyscott6641
    @jeremyscott6641 Рік тому +1

    Pull out the switch and all three of em come on, honey take me for a spin.

  • @ycs1466
    @ycs1466 Рік тому

    the hydraulic cylinder are very well build and easy to get the seal replace....

  • @stevenwebber5998
    @stevenwebber5998 5 місяців тому

    Can you use regularly available, standard attachments with this?

  • @oby-1607
    @oby-1607 Рік тому +1

    I got a diesel welder, a gas welder, 2 electric welders. I will take one of these excavators. Looks good to me for what it is for. The John Deere 120 I got is for the bigger stuff.

  • @lodwill5116
    @lodwill5116 8 місяців тому

    Perkins diesel is such a nice motor.!!!!’😮

  • @argonthesad
    @argonthesad Рік тому +1

    Why did you hit your machines with a sledgehammer? I don't get it.

  • @richardnott9587
    @richardnott9587 Рік тому +1

    Where are you getting these? I will cobble parts back together to repair. I wish you could get these at someone's yard for sale. Lol. I know you said at auction but?

  • @gnaedigerfels
    @gnaedigerfels Рік тому +1

    The design of the cab is very human.. xD
    apart from that i do quite like the look of that machine

  • @greasysquirrelgamer6893
    @greasysquirrelgamer6893 Рік тому +1

    I believe the aux hydraulics is a button on top for the joy stick

  • @a2js2
    @a2js2 Рік тому +2

    What is the name of the auction where you bought this?

  • @joepro8858
    @joepro8858 8 місяців тому

    What auction did you get it at? I have not seen any of the 30's at auction.

  • @RateReducer
    @RateReducer Рік тому +6

    Nice 👌
    Can you tell if there is increased play on the boom/arm/bucket of the mini excavator after 200 hours?

    • @GophersMachinery
      @GophersMachinery Рік тому

      The question you asked is very professional

    • @dig_it_starnes5222
      @dig_it_starnes5222  Рік тому +3

      from what I can tell there isn't. my friend and myself are good about greasing it. operates the same as the day I got it

    • @RateReducer
      @RateReducer Рік тому

      ​@@dig_it_starnes5222awesome 👍

    • @derekbutts1782
      @derekbutts1782 Рік тому

      ​@@RateReducerI have a 20 size . Kubota motor. It's got 200 on it there is small bit of wear on cheap quick connect . After changing all the grease zerks I keep up on it and it's still tight . It is Chinese made keep in mind . I don't expect it to be a bobcat or jcb mini

    • @Harikarikillboy
      @Harikarikillboy Рік тому

      Bobcats a Chinese mini.

  • @Mr.Studer
    @Mr.Studer Рік тому

    Auxiliary is for thumb? Maybe a switch and foot pedal?

  • @homeplaceadventures
    @homeplaceadventures 9 місяців тому

    Do you still use your NT30? How has it been? Thinking of possibly picking one of these NT30's or the NT45's here soon for my farm and sawmill. Would love to hear how you have found the NT30 to be and how it has been doing.

  • @nickkirdan8922
    @nickkirdan8922 7 місяців тому

    Can you please provide me the details where to get it, really nice and happy for you

  • @donaldblank8873
    @donaldblank8873 2 місяці тому

    Grow plugs have to heat up first. Watch a short video on deso engines.

  • @1cryinprofit
    @1cryinprofit 3 місяці тому

    It's not a windshield wiper its a body squeegee to help keep the cab clean

  • @gabec6522
    @gabec6522 11 місяців тому +1

    I would love to find one of these i got a 35 ,26 bobcat but would love to have a unit like this just for shits and giggles

  • @user-br6pq6ww5m
    @user-br6pq6ww5m Рік тому

    Hello sir I was wondering if you figured out the auxiliary hydraulics? I just bought a NT45 and I only have a single auxiliary button on the right joystick

  • @RADIOACTIVEMASCULINITY
    @RADIOACTIVEMASCULINITY Рік тому +2

    Looking forward to see it go kaboom

  • @TheQuallsLife
    @TheQuallsLife Рік тому

    The auxiliary control button is on top of the left joystick!

  • @dkenszii
    @dkenszii Рік тому

    The problem is that is 14k out. after you use this as hard as the others, it will break down and completely loose its value. VS a john deer, bob cat, you can use it and it will decrease in value a bit, but if you take care of it, it will sell pretty close to what you bought it for.

    • @johnsmith-bk4ps
      @johnsmith-bk4ps 6 днів тому

      Thsts whst i was thinking. Just get an older quality machine for a few bucks more

  • @mathewdostal2180
    @mathewdostal2180 Рік тому +2

    What auction sight do you use? I haven’t seen any of these at the equipment auctions in my area.

    • @dig_it_starnes5222
      @dig_it_starnes5222  Рік тому +1

      The place I got it from in Tennessee has only ever imported two of them. This size is still kinda rare. Ive seen a guy sell the same machine for 27,000.

    • @ronleyba8279
      @ronleyba8279 5 місяців тому

      But what is the auction so we might check it out?

  • @ajsumner3267
    @ajsumner3267 4 місяці тому

    How has it been, i got the 15 and looking at one of those what do you think about the quality of like the swing bearing and stuff like that?

  • @Gorillathinkingpodcast
    @Gorillathinkingpodcast Рік тому

    LOL got to be careful with the Chinese height joke YT be tripping but it was funny as hell🤣😂🤣😂

  • @Highsfishing
    @Highsfishing Рік тому +2

    I hope this gets lots of views man. Really enjoyed the video

  • @leechowning2712
    @leechowning2712 6 місяців тому

    On that roll bar and the petals... you are about a foot taller than the person it was designed for. It happens.

  • @PAYNEKILLER..
    @PAYNEKILLER.. Рік тому

    The steel hydraulic pipe sticking out from the dipper cylinder is fairly delicate and vulnerable.

  • @ggale2721
    @ggale2721 Рік тому

    At least it has a perkins engine..
    Parts would be relatively straightforward to obtain...

  • @stevemuller82muller65
    @stevemuller82muller65 Рік тому +1

    Yeah I think you did pretty good 👍, Groundhog Equipment sells identical machine for around $20k

    • @normhowes2975
      @normhowes2975 Рік тому +1

      I got the Groundhog ZH20D. Came with a hydraulic thumb. 20 HP Kabota diesel engine. Weighs about 3000lbs. Cost less than $20,000 including taxes, transport 5 hours away and several attachments as well as no cab.

    • @MrSuperchargeron
      @MrSuperchargeron Рік тому

      How do you like it? I looked at buying one but would have to drive too far to see one in person. Ended up buying a LiuGong 9018. Similar in size. I paid $25,200. I like the machine but the dealer is worthless.

    • @normhowes2975
      @normhowes2975 Рік тому

      @@MrSuperchargeron I really enjoy my machine however if I had waited 1 year I would have gotten an improved/upgraded model for not much more money Have over 100 hours and still running strong.

    • @erik_dk842
      @erik_dk842 Рік тому

      @@normhowes2975 Do you misspell Kubota intentionally or is it auto correct gone wrong?

    • @normhowes2975
      @normhowes2975 Рік тому +1

      @@erik_dk842 i take full responsibility although auto correct doesn't try to correct me

  • @DavidAtkins-dr1py
    @DavidAtkins-dr1py 11 місяців тому

    Besides the Kubota motor, does anyone know how to get parts for repairs? Drive pumps, tracks, etc???

    • @Jstring304
      @Jstring304 8 місяців тому

      Agrotk in Chicago lists on their website they sell all parts for them.

  • @cole141000
    @cole141000 7 місяців тому

    I’d like a link to the skid steer equivalent of this mini ex…

  • @hoodford1
    @hoodford1 5 місяців тому

    What site/ auction house you purchase from?

  • @jordanmercredi3740
    @jordanmercredi3740 Рік тому

    It goes to show how hard that ground is the way it tosses that grapple and block around

  • @bekabeka71
    @bekabeka71 Рік тому

    Would you recommend a Chinese digger? I have a tractor already so not I don’t know what to purchase next 🤦🏻‍♂️😀🤣 my obsession for tractors and machinery is getting out of control

  • @zhixinzhang-hp7ku
    @zhixinzhang-hp7ku Рік тому +3

    我们制造的机器,我们厂里的挖掘机,销售很好

  • @scottdarichuk1436
    @scottdarichuk1436 Рік тому

    Just found this channel. Love it.

  • @VetvsWorld
    @VetvsWorld Рік тому

    Thx for the info. on these. Looks like I’ll be heading to an auction in a few years when I retire. I need a bigger one though, maybe a Deere from 5-10 years old. I’m rambling bro. Subbed.

  • @robertsrevival3612
    @robertsrevival3612 7 місяців тому

    I'd like to see the survival test and how it does against 4 to 6 inch trees

  • @Dude-mz8su
    @Dude-mz8su Рік тому +1

    If you park 6 of them next to each other, I bet 5 of the windshields will be clean.

  • @JustinHolloway307
    @JustinHolloway307 Рік тому +1

    I want one now

  • @kevinharrington4907
    @kevinharrington4907 Рік тому

    Where do you even buy one or these? I can find the one tons easy but not these

  • @mathiaslewen1953
    @mathiaslewen1953 Рік тому +1

    I really like this video 😂
    Good work!

  • @tippyzuk1
    @tippyzuk1 Рік тому

    Sometimes the big brands are made in the same factory as the cheap stuff.

  • @ImaGamePlayer
    @ImaGamePlayer Рік тому

    You should get your hands on one of the Chinese dingos I would be curious how they put up against a regular dingo

  • @johnsmith-bk4ps
    @johnsmith-bk4ps 6 днів тому

    Please do a reveiw at 3000 hours

  • @randyhall2135
    @randyhall2135 Рік тому

    Ergonomics aren't great and not a machine you would want if you spent a lot of time running
    But maybe for a small plumbing co. or a homestead farm this seems like a good deal
    Plus under 15 k plus it has a Perkins engine

  • @jcmccervantes7440
    @jcmccervantes7440 Рік тому

    Id like to see the Chinese mini go boom 😂

  • @rodneyball6017
    @rodneyball6017 5 місяців тому

    Trace the line back to where it starts to figure out aux just saying

  • @ProfessorNugget
    @ProfessorNugget Рік тому

    Love it bro awesome vid i hope this thing takes off so u test it till it drops

  • @jamesrussell6870
    @jamesrussell6870 Рік тому +1

    All these years I've been calling it a tool box... As if it had one tool in it...

    • @-JonnyBoy-
      @-JonnyBoy- Рік тому +1

      My daughter laughs at me every time i ask mcdonalds for a drinks tray. She says its a drink tray to which i reply it holds upto 4 drinkS lol

    • @dougmiller7643
      @dougmiller7643 Рік тому

      ​@@-JonnyBoy- had me laughing 😅

    • @jimgoodman5123
      @jimgoodman5123 10 місяців тому +1

      Toothbrush vs. TEETHbrush!!!😅

  • @Manufacturer001
    @Manufacturer001 Рік тому

    I am also a manufacturer of mini mini excavators, skid steer loader and lown lawn mowers from China

  • @apollotwins6606
    @apollotwins6606 Рік тому

    GET A EVEN BIGGER ONE!!!! GET A 6TON VERSION!

  • @topduk
    @topduk Рік тому +1

    How much was it with all fees, etc. at your door?

    • @dig_it_starnes5222
      @dig_it_starnes5222  Рік тому +2

      14,500 and I picked it up from the dealer

    • @Disco_DaveK
      @Disco_DaveK Рік тому

      May i ask what dealer you are referring to? Thanks

    • @teedub68
      @teedub68 Рік тому

      @@dig_it_starnes5222 Im try to get my first mini excavator and would love to start off inexpensive for my first one until i learn how to run and operate the machine. Please any other info on purchasing would be greatly appreciated.

    • @cwboxguitars
      @cwboxguitars Рік тому +1

      Do you have a link to the dealer's website?

    • @louiehieb8434
      @louiehieb8434 Рік тому

      Was this question answered? I would be interested in this dealer as well!

  • @outdoorswithlarryrobin
    @outdoorswithlarryrobin Рік тому +1

    Just Subscribed 👏👏👏👏🤙🇺🇸

  • @TalkingGIJoe
    @TalkingGIJoe Рік тому

    So how much was the all in price?

  • @1966thewoodsplitter
    @1966thewoodsplitter Рік тому

    I still want to buy the first mini

  • @anthonytecco8827
    @anthonytecco8827 6 місяців тому

    Where can I get one

  • @MrColdhell
    @MrColdhell 6 місяців тому

    Would be nice to have the option to add a thumb

  • @dakotak8437
    @dakotak8437 4 місяці тому

    I bet any money that muffler is restrictive

  • @HardWinAdventures
    @HardWinAdventures Рік тому

    Where did you get it at?

  • @scottykonovalov4518
    @scottykonovalov4518 11 місяців тому

    I would buy if I came across one

  • @NextLevelDrywallLLC
    @NextLevelDrywallLLC Рік тому

    Great videos would like to see what it can do,thanks
    If you get tired of beating it up, don’t throw it away I’ll take it 😂

  • @seijirou302
    @seijirou302 Рік тому

    Where do you get one of these?

  • @Gifiti
    @Gifiti Рік тому

    You just spin the nut around on your thumb hydraulics to get your 3rd function to work

  • @SamBellantoni
    @SamBellantoni 16 днів тому

    Wow an American I like😊

  • @iamthemoss
    @iamthemoss Рік тому

    Can you get one without a cab?

    • @dig_it_starnes5222
      @dig_it_starnes5222  Рік тому +1

      I believe you can, the 3 ton machines aren't very common. almost all you'll find for sale is 1-2 ton machines

  • @lukeheath63
    @lukeheath63 Рік тому

    How deep can it dig

  • @chrismcphillips7193
    @chrismcphillips7193 Рік тому

    Do what i did to my chinese mini excavator i have a ht15, i bought a tandem 8cc hyd pump for it and replaced the original which i think was tandem 4cc. It is an animal now

  • @lwwarren
    @lwwarren Рік тому

    I want one! Where'd you buy it in Tennessee? Given the quality of Bobcat and John Deere equipment I've experienced lately, I'd be surprised if it were much worse than "hallowed" US manufacturers...

    • @Ironthejames
      @Ironthejames Рік тому

      I can get you the connection to some Chinese brand better than this one

    • @eddieturner9921
      @eddieturner9921 9 місяців тому

      ​@@Ironthejames where's a good place to get an excavator need 1 for a farm live in Tennessee

    • @lwwarren
      @lwwarren 2 місяці тому

      @@Ironthejames Please send me your contacts!