Every month at the Bar None Auction there are quite a few newer model cheap excavators that go for about $3k. Typically like a 9k excavator or something small,

Every month at the Bar None Auction there are quite a few newer model cheap excavators that go for about $3k. Typically like a 9k excavator or something small, gas or diesel powered. https://bid.barnoneauction.com/lot/230633363/2024-agt-mh12r-hydraulic-excavator?ref=catalog https://bid.barnoneauction.com/lot/230633363/2024-agt-mh12r-... Given the usage pattern of an excavator, which is that typically its sitting around until you need to use it nonstop for several days, I like the option of just filling it up with gas.