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CFG YNT18K Mini Excavator

CFG YNT18K Mini Excavator

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$8,950.00at Best SeedlingObserved at 10:58 AM

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Our take on the CFG YNT18K Mini Excavator

The CFG YNT18K is a 1.5-ton-class mini excavator built around a Yanmar 3-cylinder water-cooled diesel making 18.4 HP. It weighs 3,020 lb, digs to 83.5 in, and fits through a 43.3 in gap on 7 in rubber tracks. A side-swing boom (52° left, 27° right) lets it work tight against walls and fences. At $8,950 at Best Seedling as of November 4, 2026, it is the only new price listed, so there is no recent range to compare against.

Best forHomeowners and small farms with trenching, drainage and landscaping workContractors needing a towable-size machine for tight residential jobsRental yards and property managers wanting a low-cost diesel unitBuyers who want a Yanmar engine and side-swing boom at a low entry price
Pros
  • Yanmar 3-cylinder diesel is a proven, serviceable engine
  • 43.3 in width and rubber tracks suit lawns, gates and finished surfaces
  • Side-swing boom reaches 52° left and 27° right for wall-side digging
  • 83.5 in digging depth and 131.9 in reach cover most utility and footing work
  • Dozer blade and 0.04 m³ bucket included as standard
Cons
  • 0–1.2 mph travel speed makes repositioning slow
  • Only 18.4 HP and 3,020 lb, so it is not a production machine
  • 7 in rubber tracks wear faster on rock and sharp debris than steel
  • No cab or canopy listed, so weather protection is on the buyer
  • Single listed seller means little price competition

CFG YNT18K Mini Excavator prices at every store

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    $8,950.00Observed at 10:58 AM
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CFG YNT18K Mini Excavator price history

Lowest price we've seen: $8,950.00 on Nov 4 at Best Seedling. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 4.

Specifications

Engine
Yanmar 3-Cylinder Water-Cooled Diesel
Engine Power
18.4 HP / 13.7 kW
Operating Weight
3,020 lb / 1,370 kg
Maximum Digging Depth
83.5 in / 2,120 mm
Maximum Digging Radius
131.9 in / 3,350 mm
Maximum Digging Height
119 in / 3,025 mm
Maximum Unloading Height
88.4 in / 2,245 mm
Machine Width
43.3 in / 1,100 mm
Machine Length
133.9 in / 3,400 mm
Machine Height
89.8 in / 2,280 mm
Bucket Width
15.2 in / 385 mm
Bucket Capacity
0.04 m³
Blade Width
43.3 in / 1,100 mm
Track Width
7 in Rubber Tracks
Travel Speed
0–1.2 mph
Gradeability
Approx. 30%
Side-Swing Boom
52° Left / 27° Right

Questions and answers

Is the CFG YNT18K worth $8,950?
At $8,950 at Best Seedling as of November 4, 2026, it undercuts most 1.5-ton diesel excavators, which often run well above that. You get a Yanmar engine and side-swing boom, but only one store lists it new, so compare dealer support and parts availability before buying.
How does it compare with a 1-ton or 2-ton mini excavator?
At 3,020 lb it sits in the 1.5-ton class: deeper dig depth (83.5 in) than most 1-ton units but lighter and slower than 2-ton machines. It tows behind a half-ton pickup on a suitable trailer more easily than a 2-ton.
What can it dig?
It reaches 83.5 in deep and 131.9 in out, enough for water lines, drainage, footings and small pools. The 15.2 in bucket holds 0.04 m³, so expect many cycles on larger jobs.
Does it fit through a standard gate?
Yes. It is 43.3 in wide with the blade, so it passes a 4 ft gate with a few inches to spare. Check the actual gate opening, since posts and hinges narrow it.
What is included with the machine?
The listing covers the excavator with its 15.2 in bucket and 43.3 in dozer blade. Confirm with the seller whether a canopy, thumb, spare bucket or trailer is part of the deal, since those are often extra.
When is the best time to buy?
Compact equipment discounts cluster in late fall and winter when landscaping demand drops. With one new listing at $8,950 as of November 4, 2026, watch for seasonal promotions rather than expecting a broad price war.
Where is the CFG YNT18K Mini Excavator cheapest?
At Best Seedling, for $8,950.00, as of our latest check.