Is the Bolton Tools mini excavator worth it for a homeowner?

If you have repeated digging, trenching or landscaping work and a way to tow 2,094 lbs, it can pay for itself against rentals. For a one-time small job, renting is usually cheaper.

What comes in the box?

The base machine ships as a unit with the standard bucket; the listing marks it as not a set. Ripper, auger, leveling bucket, log grapple and narrow bucket are optional accessories bought separately.

How fast does it travel, and can it fit through a gate?

Top travel speed is 1.5 km/h, so plan on slow moves between work areas. The 15-inch bucket width and compact track length help it fit through narrow openings, but check the overall dimensions against your gate before buying.

What engine does it use, and is service easy?

It runs a Briggs & Stratton XR2100 gasoline engine, a widely sold small engine, so parts and service are easy to find. It is also listed as compatible with the HT-10B.

When is the best time to buy?

At $4,166.00 at Bolton Tools as of November 4, 2026, it is at the low end of its recent range. Waiting for a further drop is a gamble; this price is already near the bottom.

Where can I buy the Bolton Tools Hydraulic Mini Excavator 13.5 HP?

3 stores we checked sell it, including Bolton Tools, RPM Hardware, Toolots.

Bolton Tools Hydraulic Mini Excavator 13.5 HP

Q: Where is the Bolton Tools Hydraulic Mini Excavator 13.5 HP cheapest?

At Bolton Tools, for $4,166.00, as of our latest check.

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Our take on the Bolton Tools Hydraulic Mini Excavator 13.5 HP

The Bolton Tools Hydraulic Mini Excavator is a 2,094 lb crawler machine with a 13.5 HP gas engine, a 15-inch bucket and a 120 kg bucket capacity. It is built for tight jobs: yard work, trenching, small landscaping and light construction where a full-size excavator cannot fit. Travel speed is just 1.5 km/h, so it moves between spots slowly. At $4,166.00 at Bolton Tools as of November 4, 2026, it sits at the low end of its recent price range across the 3 stores that list it new.