Let’s explore different ways to get a Chinese mini excavator, most importantly, HOW MUCH to expect
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- Опубліковано 11 вер 2024
- Here are methods talked about in this video on how to get one: Disclaimer: I do not get commission from these sources listed below.
1. Search local Craigslist and compare.
2. Online vendors from a UA-cam and Facebook who are already importing for the domestic market.
3. Auction sites used
- www.barnoneauc...
- www.rbauction....
4. Purchase directly from sales reps from China, may or may not be from factories directly but still offers very competitive pricing, they offer what the factories provide, much like almost all the vendors. You find them through Alibaba.com, made-in-China.com, or Facebook has many also, they can help you source many different models, and other machineries as well. You can use my contact if you like, her name is Cindy, just tell her you got the info from Jason. Below is her contact and her Alibaba.com listing.
WeChat ID: weibo992011, email: cnmc005@chnmach.com
www.alibaba.co...
5. If you like to get the Landscape Buddy excavator package, you can contact me. I always have 1 or 2 units in yard for rent or sale, I’m in the Bay Area of NorCal. I retail the gasoline model package for $12,500 including the CA sales tax. Please text me, 650-670-2974, first as I don’t answer unknown calls. Or, I can help you get connected with the factory and you import directly and save. The Landscape Buddy is made by Shandong Hechuang Heavy Industry, and the Landscape Buddy 1.5-ton model is currently available only through factory direct. You can buy their other models and excavator, and you can read more of their website here,
www.sdhechuang...
I wish you all find the is information useful and be sure to subscribe, comment, and like the video. Have fun and be safe while using these excavators. God bless you all!
This is Nick Hackenberg with GroundHog Equipment LLC, we just wanted to say thank you for noting our brand on your video. We have dealers in ME, OH, CT, WA, OK, MD, PA, IN, and NY currently and sell around 80 units monthly. We do try to keep 1 ton to 6 ton units in stock but that doesn't always happen. Hopefully we have at least 1 dealer per state in the next 2 years and can come out and visit and shake hands. Thanks again and good luck with everything.
What would a 1 ton unit with a thumb shipped to Jersey cost?
@@mattdg1981watch your local auction sites
I appreciate the time you’ve put into trying to educate more people on this.
Thank you and don’t let any negative comments get you down. Your videos have been helpful to me.
I went through the process on purchasing a mini excavator with Jason's help. He has worked with the factory in China to put together "packages" of mini excavators with a particular build and set of accessories. He has made sure that certain safety features are included such as a hydraulic lockout switch and balance valves on the drive motors. I purchased the 1.5ton 3cyl kubota diesel package with $1k worth of accessories directly through the factory in China. Total came to $15,200. That's everything, including the accessories, excavator, broker fees, tariff, and CFS fees. The machine came with a hydraulic thumb, boom swing, and pilot controls. Process went relatively smoothly, I placed the order in the beginning of April of 2022 and picked it up at the end of July. I picked it up from the CFS in Kent, WA myself and hauled it home. I have to admit it was scary making that wire transfer straight to the factory but it went fine. Overall I'm happy with it and I can tell that anything smaller wouldn't have worked for me.
What are balance valves
$15,200 included the 25% import tax?
I ordered 2000 lbs. of chinese soup. It was Won Ton.
😂. I can tell after that you’re full of it…. And definitely fed up! Cheers and thanks for commenting!
What was the fortune.
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Lol oh you so funny
@@Anthony-os8id sank you.
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These are great work horses. And for the price, it helps so many small business owners to keep going. Keep up the good work
I agree with you 100%. I was able to do extra work and make extra money because of these machines! Have a great summer!
Dont forget about import and customs fees ontop of buying factory direct. Then getting it shipped from the port to your location is another cost
I have the gas Landscape Buddy and it has payed for its self a few times over! It is a great little unit.
Amazing 🤩 video well explained
I just got a groundhog from nick in Pennsylvania, I got the zh20d
Hes an excellent dude to deal with as far as business . I cant say that enough
Good for you, glad to hear more people can be more productive with these lower cost excavator units. Once thing I notice from seeing his UA-cam that the excavator he carry does not have balance valves, so he extra careful when working on hillsides. Hopefully he’ll start implementing these on the Groundhog excavators. Cheers and thanks for commenting!
@@jasonyeh99 what is balance valve?
Balance, can also called counter-balance valve. It equalizes and limits the incoming hydraulic flow so to prevent suddenly influx of hydraulic fluid thus caused unwanted uncontrollable movements. It basically make the excavator act like it’s on the flat ground at all time, whether be in steep up, or downhill situation. Hope that explains, cheers and thanks for commenting!
Great video 👍
Great,informative video,thank you.
$5499 USD with hydraulic thumb with free delivery shipped and delivered in the U.S. (Midwest) rake is $299 which I’d like to also have
My 1 ton machine is still in a boat, but I will pay around 6k including fees for a 1 ton machine with attachments from Mia.
Great to hear, thanks for sharing. Did you get any extras, like buckets, augers, etc? $6k for just the excavator, what fees are you talking about which is included? Let us know your final price after picking up the unit. Do come back and share your user feedback, thanks again!
Hope you ended up getting that
Updates?
@@joeyprather4739 The total price came up to $6800 shipped to Atlanta Ga. I ended up getting a grabber and a wide sand bucket in addition to the standard bucket. The machine is great for the price!
@@michaelayeni177 Nice. You feel like it’s repairable when the time comes?
I have the ht10 B mini exavator. It was 11,500 after taxes. It was 100 miles from where I live to pick up. Came with auger, small bucket, one other.
Is that model with a gasoline or Diesel engine and with broom swing? That’s about the average price as you would be paying here in the US, except you got few more attachments for your machine. Cheers and thanks for commenting.
@@jasonyeh99 mine was gas. For me it was close and didn't have to wait for it. There were others but were higher price. Wish I could of gotten a diesel but it is what it is
I think the price you paid for the gasoline model is a bit high, for direct importing. I import a diesel unit with a bunch of extras for about $11k. See my video here m.ua-cam.com/video/myuyybsFWsM/v-deo.html
I think for gasoline model a reasonable price is about $8k for the end users who importing directly.
It is or it was?
@@alittlebitofeverything5090 what is your question
How easy is it to get part?
How much to get one to maine
I was able to secure an import w/ house shipping for a 1.2 ton model for 4900! I do not own a property large enough to "warrant" one of these. But I like digging holes.
For that price just buy it locally, or auction. Unless you’re getting something unique and other attachments at the same time. Otherwise, it’s not worth your time, effort, and money to buy a single unit overseas. Lots have changed since the publication of this video.
please do update video! This one was great but would love to know what has changed. Looking for a mini skid steer myself. @@jasonyeh99
I'm in the midwest. Where are you located. Could i drive to you
I live in Corpus Christi, Texas- shipped here?
Yes keep up the good work,heard they can dig an underwater tunnel to Taiwan for tanks etc.,be sure you get what you pay for!
A guy nearby me is selling assembled ones for 14k…edit: lol, you showed the guys ad in sf bay area, he at 14k now… thanks dude…
This is a free economy so ppl can charge whatever they want, and we as consumers need to be educated and refused to over paid. These are nice, simple machines, but for $14k I think it’s too much for the simple gasoline model. Blessing to you and have a great day!
The best neighbor you could have has a 'Landscape Buddy ' . . . C00L
That’s nice to hear, hopefully you get a chance to play around with the excavator and see how useful this can be for you! Blessing to you and have a great day!
You can find these for 5-6k NEW all day long now
I run a mobile home park and it's a plumbing nightmare. I need a machine that size or smaller, I do not have any discs in my back left to keep shovel digging. What do you suggest honest opinion from community will it help me. 3 grand is what a company would charge me for one dig.
Another option for you might be the Harbor Freight mini excavator. I bought one and it would be better to have tracks but the machine is capable, affordable and a whole lot better than a shovel. One word of caution though, consider how deep you need to dig, these lightweight machines can only really dig approximately 3/4 of their max depth.
Good information good video
Thank you, I’m glad you find it useful. Have a great summer!
I have a couple of friends interested but want to see what happens to me first. I would like some assistance in finding this machine and ordering 2 or 3. I am close to the wilmington nc port. thanks.
I'm trying to figure out how to order a 1.5 to a 2 ton excavator from China but I'm having trouble finding answers on how to do it.
paid 9k for mine, built quality is crap, but I tuned it a bit, this thing is a beast , it broked on the second job, due to bad built quality, i tuned it works great for 9k is a money maker
Not bad price, pretty much average according to the video. Good thing is that they’re becoming more common in auctions and comes with the extra buckets for work. Thanks for commenting and cheers!
Once you're done working on the machine, you can work on your spelling.
@@bcmineresearch and you can work on yourself, low self esteem or no joke, read some books, take some therapy, just because you have a micro D doesn't mean you are not worth anything. Good luck Buddy
Please see video description for more resources on getting one of these low cost, high productivity excavators.
Hello, there are so many different companies offering on Alibaba!! The biggest problem I have is their lack of information on the units offered. Looking at this manufacturer: SHANDONG CNMC MACHINERY CO.,LTD. Earth moving machinery 1ton 0.8ton micro mini excavator with free bucket for sale.
What do you think? We need it for sprinkler repair digs and could also double in landscape work. Need a unit that is no wider than 36" and weight under 2k so its versitile.
Do you sell bigger models
The link doesn't work
How do I get ahold of you to buy one or import one myself?
My info are posted in several of the video descriptions, the best is to text me and set a time so we can talk. Many of us are from different time zone so coordination is a must, on top of that, I seldom answer unknown calls. Cheers and thanks for stopping by!
Hi , i live in Las Vegas nevada , how Can i buy one from direct Manifactor & pick at a port from California
How do I do it to order one ,like the one you're operating in this vidio?
Hi, Thanks for the video. I'm looking for a small lp gas for lift and I live I Michigan. Any suggestions?
If you're closer to China, it gets a lot cheaper... :p
Indeed to be able to save on shipping and tariff. But you might not need one because manual labor is cheap to hire? 😭 sad but true. Have a great summer.
$50 tops. Free shipping.
Do you know the cost on a 4 and 6 ton? I can drive to a port.
Im interested in getting a load. How can I speak with you directly?
How much was it?
I am interested in retailing them
I want to be a distributor here in mindanao philippines. My company skilcraft sales Corp. Is there parts available after sales?
my Pinay wife owns land in Romblon province, i wonder how much the Philippine government would tack on for import fees.
Would you know about Europe, even ireland.
I would be interested.
Very hard to get things here
true fact same here
I have come to realize that importing process is very similar around the world, so I have am sure I can help you get connected with the factory and you can have an excavator ship to you no problem. Cheers!
What’s the main source to buy it ?
I live in WA state. Can I buy your setup? How much? Where would I pick up? Thanks
Hey Dustin, contact Jason through UA-cam and he will help you out like he did me. Watch his video on the importing process. Jason has worked with a factory and put together mini excavator packages. I purchased the 1.5 ton kubota diesel package with $1k worth of accessories. Total price including shipping, excavator, accessories, tariff, broker fees, and CFS charges was $15200. Excavator came with boom swing, hydraulic thumb, and pilot controls along with the accessories. I paid the factory directly. I picked it up in Kent, WA myself from the CFS( Container Freight Station) and hauled it home. Process was new to me but it all went relatively smoothly. Overall I'm happy with it. I don't think a gas model would do what I need.
Is there any dealers in Kentucky or a bordering state of Kentucky?
I'm from New Brunswick Canada. Is it possible to get one from you? if so At what price?
I should be able to help, just help a customer from Vancouver, BC get his. He can share more insight on importing to Canada. I might be able to help you two get connected. Please text me for more info. Blessings to you and thanks for commenting!
I have this machine!
I need a mini-ex in Colorado.
What about RIPPA Machinery Factory ? They have large variety of construction machines. Reliables?
I have no experience with RIPPA so can’t tell you. But from what I see I’m guessing they’re a online reseller rather than a factory that devoted to making good excavators. That’s just my opinion. Thanks for commenting and cheers!
@@jasonyeh99 Thank you for your evaluation, we will strive to make better machines. My video homepage, there are very detailed videos about our factory, you can watch it if you are interested. have a beautiful day
You can see more videos of our factory through my homepage, please believe what you see with your own eyes
I know a guy who's solid axle swapped his isuzu calls it his korean won ton rickshaw
Could you do a review on skid steers I'm looking to import a couple pieces of equipment for my construction company
Not likely to get a larger skid steer b/c of its cost. And for the cost you can find a decent machine in the US domestic used market. Cheers and thanks for commenting!
Can you ask me about it, do I have this honor?
May run into problems importing due to emmisions if it does not have epa cert
The engines are EPA Tier 4 Final so it’s completely legit to be sold here in the USA. Blessing to you and have a great day!
Hi thanks for your video
I am from Perrh Western Australia was wondering if you could tell me which verified seller you purchase your machines from as I'm concerned about a few negative stories I've been hearing regarding people not getting what they paid for etc
Regards Bene
I’ll post an updated video showing my import process, there you’ll be able to find the factory’s info. Cheers and thanks for commenting!
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@True Vine Landscape and Construction Thanks for your reply
Please see video description for the factory source.
Has anyone purchased the RIPPA brand machine? how is it?
Do you have larger ones 5-6 ton with cab?
No the factory I deal with, and in my opinion, it’s not worth it. Anyway over 2 ton class is better buying the machines that are already here, whether be it new or is Ed, you have a lot more options. Cheers and thanks for commenting!
Can you get alibaba machinery shipped to your door? Or do you have to do the complicated seaport pickup?
I have no doubt you can get door-to-for delivery, the questions you have to ask yourself is are you welling to pay for it? I have seen quotes from my UA-cam subscriber share with me the domestic freight, and it’s $2500-3500.
Picking up from the custom warehouse is not complicated. Have you seen my video on step-by-step import? Cheers and thanks for commenting!
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Thanks for the reply, Located in Australia so picking up from our seaport is a very complicated process.
I see, I’m not familiar other than US import process. There must be a way that’s easier to do it. Be sure to let us know when you find out. Thanks
How much is the import tariffs? Did you pay for door to door shipping service, or did you have to pick it up at the port or at a shipping agents location?
The import tariff rate for machinery is about 25%. I have only helped folks with orders that send directly to sea port and they pick up the cargo personally. I’m not familiar with any logistics after the sea port. If you find out, please let me know so I can post it here to benefit others. Cheers and thanks for commenting!
@@jasonyeh99 I'm looking at importing another type of machine, not a mini ex, but it weighs 900KG. I was quoted $2900 door to door including customs clearance. I'm 4 hours from the nearest port. The machine is about $7500.
The factory told me $1000 shipping to the port but thats with no customs fees or paying any kind of agent.
When you've imported did you go through a shipping agent, or did you deal directly somehow with US customs and handle all paperwork yourself? It would be great if you could briefly explain the importation process and fees. Maybe a good video idea?
Please see my video on importing step-by-step. It answered all of your questions. Thanks and cheers!
m.ua-cam.com/video/myuyybsFWsM/v-deo.html
Import to your country from China is much less than your country’s imports to China. Why even buy something you will have multiple issues with and no service or parts available.
I have a relied 12 i want attachments, tilt bucket, 16” digging bucket, hammer, auger, I live in orange county, do you sell this?
I can sell you, but then you’ll have to pay a premium markup. It’s always easier to get everything you might want with the excavator in the crate. In order for me to make it work, I markup about 80%, the. the CA sales tax, and the buyer has to pay for shipping. Or you can come up NorCal to pick it up. I have all the items you mentioned. That’s why I post all these info so folks can buy direct and save, but I have things and few excavator for those who just don’t want the hassle. You’ll have to pay for the convenience…. Cheers and thanks for commenting!
What about an inland port like the Chicago area. Specifically joliet il. They gave a huge inland port. What would the total cost be, me paying you?
No clue. If you find out on the logistics front the sea ports to inland, please let me know so I can post it here and benefit other users. Please wait for my next video and you should have all the instructions you need to get a quote and start your ordering. As for me, I provide these information free of charge, but I welcome if you like to send me a gift card or invite me a week stay at your guest house. Cheers and thanks for commenting!
Chicago isn't an international port. Can't really get a container ship in there.🤣🤣🤣
Hi there, I'm a Bahamian and I have been interested in a machine for a while now. We have ships come to our capital island called Nassau, New Providence.. but I have no idea of the logistics of shipping to the Bahamas.. and how exactly do I go about purchasing from Asia/China!? I have heard many stories from people saying they did not receive the item that they paid for.. and that in itself has discouraged me from purchasing directly from the manufacturer!! Do you think it would be more cost effective/safer to purchase from an established seller in the US.. and just have it shipped to the Bahamas from a port in Florida??
It will be easy for you to import and pick it up yourself I would think, that will be the most direct way. I can help with arrangements for you and the factory. Let me know. Thanks for the comment and cheers!
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I live in ohio. Would like a small excavator to add to my fleet. I'm willing to drive to a port. Can you help?
Sure. Please see my import step-by-step video, and let’s find a time to talk. Thanks for commenting!
Do you have any recommendation for a china dealer selling these mine excavator
I'm in San Diego where are you and do you sell them?
I’m in NorCal. San Jose, CA. I do have the gasoline 1-ton machines on hand, but it would be easy for you to import and pick it up yourself and save! Thanks for commenting and cheers!
Will you sale yours?
Or would you consider charging for your guidance, just to ensure I don’t get ripped off?
I do both. I import some and sell them, and I also help other get connected with the factory if they want to import themselves. Thanks for commenting!
Link please
So I’m in sac, where are you? Can I come see one in person?
I’m in San Jose, CA. Feel free to come by, you can take one home if you come with a full size pickup. Make most out of your trip and enjoy the instant buying fun! Blessing to you and have a great day!
@@jasonyeh99 how much are the upgrades? You said yours come with 3 buckets, and the thumb… that’s for 12.5 right? How much xtra for the auger and the ripper
@@jasonyeh99 and can you get parts for your machines?
I can get one for 8k euros in Germany
You have such a cute face shape
Is it definitely Chinese made or Asian made?
This is made in China. I think 100%, fro. raw material to parts, and to the finish machine. Cheers and thanks for commenting!
@@jasonyeh99 I like the price. The Sany excavator SY50U is the perfect size too. Looks like you can buy it online and it ships free to California by barge. I don't understand what to do from there. I am on the east coast of the US. Any ideas? Thank you
Most of the mini excavator ads on my local Craigslist are scams.
Most, IMO, are over priced or heavily used with wear-n- tear. Buyers definitely need to perform due-diligent. Blessing to you and have a great day!
Vendi mini escavatori? Che prezzo fai ?
sim, posso ajudá-lo a importar. (eu usei o Google tradutor 😂)
@@jasonyeh99 price Total?
what about 10 tonne excavators?
My opinion is that any excavator that is more than 2 ton is better to source locally, or the visit other more established Chinese manufacturers like Sany, Sunward, or Lugon are few good ones that are showing up within US. Blessings to you and have a great day!
How much are the landscape buddy if I import cause I'm on the east coast
The final price would be around $13k when it’s all said-n-done. I’ll have a detailed video on this subject soon. Cheers and thanks for commenting!
That masked clown digging was sad
Hope you feel happier now. Questions for everyone. What’s sadder? A guy behind screen and mocking others? Or the reason behind the mocker? Have a great summer!
You are comparing apples and oranges, the groundhog machines are different frames, hydraulics, Rops, etc than the auction machines. The auction machines are the poopiest parts you can get
I’m interested in ordering a container of these to Kansas. Get ahold of me bro.
Sure, call me sometime and we can talk. Cheers and thanks for stopping by!
Should also explore how to justify buying from a country who is the worst for human rights , religious freedom, environment destruction, corporate espionage and stock market manipulation.
Very good topics to explore, please help us look into them and welcome to post a video link here. Blessings to you and thanks for commenting!
hes not talking about the USA😁
Can we get these from Vietnam or some where other than a country who wants our destruction?
Not likely, currently I don’t think other lower cost countries have the ability to make these heavy machineries, and the ones that are able, be ready to pay big bucks for it. Blessings and thanks!
@@jasonyeh99 Then I would buy one from India.
But we have to remember. China did not have that ability until we gave it to them.
The point is. Anyone else is preferable to China.
Giving your hard-earned money to the people who want to destroy you just seems dumb.
I understand the premise in the '70s. Let them taste capitalism and they will change.
I think it is obvious now. They just use our own capitalism against us. While they insulate their populace to not even know what that is.
Dear believe me, if you don't infringe on China's claimed territorial sovereignty (the lands that were taken away and recovered during the colonial period of World War II, including Taiwan and Hong Kong), then China only wants to do business with you. I have many Chinese friends. There is a big gap between East and West. Media reports are very different from reality. Their country will not become the next British or American hegemonist
@@ameliah8164 The Chinese people are fine.
It is the CCP that is the problem.
Just do a quick Google for Seaports across the globe.
Then check who owns them.
The rules are the same today as they were 500 years ago.
He who controls the trade. controls the world.
Listen.. I don't blame them.
They figured out how to manipulate our greed.
They sell us their junk. Take our money and buy the ports.
Then we pay to use our navy to protect their trade routes.
Brilliant actually.
Now they are dumping Fentanyl on us like the English did Opium to them.
I just recommend we don't need to stay stupid.
I really like the idea of getting a mini-digger like your one but, serioiusly: wearing a mask while outdoors in the middle of a field? You're nuts. Completely bananas.
Dust and allergies to pollen most likely. Why fill your lungs with crap?
The metal used is crap
Buy Japanese models
Yes cost more but after sales parts is there
And the Japanese use better quality materials.
Fact.
I agree that big name brands are likely better, and quality doesn’t cost, it pays. But these little excavators has their places and uses. So they’re going to stay for awhile and they’re only to be getting better. Would it ever match the big name? We’ll find out in the years to come. Have a great summer!
Please pm me I'm interested. Thank you
My contact info is in the video description, let me know. Have a great summer!
Buying cheap ( crap) Chinese machines is just stoopid ...buy right buy once...Kabota Takehuchi etc...
Depending on what you do, these may just work out fine to get the job done. Blessings and thanks!
U mean kubota ? Lol
U mean kubota ?
Place I worked sold a few UN brand Nissan powered Chinese forklifts. They were a clone of a tcm I believe, but $18k cheaper. They were alright, the customers that bought them liked them. Had weird stuff like proprietary air filters. Operated one many times thought it had gates hoses till I looked closer and they said "gaida" in the shape of the gates logo. Sneaky mfrs lol
Why do people waste so much time on explanations? And why do they expect me to subscribe, when they waste so much time? Way to many videos to view.
Turn off that idiotic and irritating bell!
It's ridiculous to tell people to like and subscribe before they have a chance to see if they would even want to!!!
That and the stupid bell are good ways to drive people away!!!
I am certainly not going to watch it!!!!!!!
Thanks for your honest feedback and comments. Maybe the bell ring is overdone, I can find something more soothing I suppose, but you’re certainly the first to make mention of it. Have a happy summer!