AGT 13.5 HP B&S 1-ton Mini & Small Excavator Micro Crawler Digger, Gasoline, Wit
The AGT DM12-C is a purpose-built compact crawler excavator for operators who need maximum spatial flexibility and ready-to-work capability in the lightest, most maneuverable package available. At just under 2,000 lbs and 37.7 inches wide, it fits through residential gates, navigates between fence posts, works in raised garden beds, and accesses sites that would stop a heavier machine before it even got started. But unlike stripped-down entry-level machines that leave buyers sourcing attachments separately, the DM12-C ships fully equipped: a hydraulic thumb, side swing boom, LED work light, foot pedal controls, and a digging bucket are all included. The side swing boom is the defining feature of this model — it allows the arm to offset left or right independently of the machine's position, enabling precision work tight against walls, foundations, curbs, and fence lines without repositioning the entire unit. The Briggs & Stratton XR gasoline engine delivers reliable 13.5 HP power with the convenience of standard pump gasoline and straightforward, well-documented service. With a remarkable 134-inch maximum ground reach — impressive for a sub-ton machine — the DM12-C punches well above its weight class on reach-dependent jobs like slope work, ditch cleaning, and material placement. It's a compact workhorse for property owners, hobby farmers, landscapers, and light contractors who need precision and flexibility in a machine that goes where larger excavators simply cannot.
Side Swing Boom — Work Right Against Any Obstacle The side swing boom is the DM12-C's standout capability and the primary reason to choose it over a fixed-boom machine in the same class. By allowing the entire arm assembly to offset laterally — left or right — without moving the tracks, it enables the bucket to work in positions and angles that simply aren't reachable on a conventional layout. Digging a trench parallel to a wall, cutting along a foundation, cleaning a ditch tight to a fence line, or working in a narrow corridor between structures all become straightforward rather than awkward. On jobs where the majority of digging runs parallel to a fixed obstacle, the swing boom eliminates the repeated repositioning that would otherwise consume a significant portion of the work day.
Hydraulic Thumb — Grab, Hold, and Move Material Precisely The DM12-C's hydraulic thumb is operator-controlled from the seat, pairing with the standard bucket to create a functional grapple capable of securely gripping irregularly shaped objects — rocks, root balls, logs, pipe sections, old pavers, demolition debris. Unlike a mechanical thumb, which locks at fixed positions, the hydraulic version closes continuously under operator control for a precise, adjustable grip on material of any shape or size. This expands the machine's effective job scope well beyond digging, making it capable of meaningful material handling and clearing work without swapping attachments.
Briggs & Stratton XR Gasoline Engine — Dependable Power, Standard Fueling The Briggs & Stratton XR is a proven 420cc single-cylinder gasoline engine with a well-established service history in outdoor power equipment across North America. It runs on standard pump gasoline, starts reliably with the included electric start system, and has no glow plug or diesel cold-start requirements. Fuel consumption of 0.5–1.2 L/hr at working loads makes it economical for day-use sessions on a 6.6L tank. B&S has one of the deepest parts and service networks in the country, which means replacement components and qualified service technicians are accessible in most areas without special ordering or extended lead times.
134-Inch Ground Reach — Exceptional Range for a Sub-Ton Machine With a maximum reach of 3,400mm (134 inches) at ground level, the DM12-C reaches further than most machines in its weight class — a specification that matters practically on slope work, pond or drainage ditch maintenance, roadside clearing, and any task where the machine needs to place material at a distance rather than immediately in front of the tracks. This reach-to-weight ratio is one of the model's most competitive characteristics, making it capable of jobs that typically require a heavier, larger machine when reach is the primary constraint.
Foot Pedal Controls — Added Functionality at Your Feet The foot pedal control system provides additional hydraulic circuit management for auxiliary functions and travel, complementing the hand controls and allowing smoother simultaneous operation of multiple hydraulic functions. For operators running attachments that require auxiliary hydraulic flow — or simply managing travel and boom movements together — foot pedal integration reduces the hand control workload and supports more fluid, coordinated machine operation.
Compact Footprint — Under 2,000 lbs, Under 38 Inches Wide At 1,985 lbs and 37.7 inches wide, the DM12-C is among the most transportable machines in the 1-ton class. It loads onto a single-axle trailer, tows easily behind a capable half-ton truck, and accesses job sites and property areas that eliminate most other compact excavators from consideration. The 910mm dozer blade adds grading and backfill capability on arrival, and the overall package means one operator can deliver, operate, and recover the machine without ground support.
LED Work Light — Visibility Beyond Daylight Hours The integrated LED work light extends productive working time into low-light conditions — early morning starts, late afternoon finishes, and overcast or shaded sites where natural light is insufficient for safe, precise operation. For contractors working against project deadlines or property owners who fit machine time around other schedules, having reliable onboard lighting removes an otherwise limiting variable.
Operating Weight: 0.9 Ton (1,985 lbs)
Overall Dimensions: 2,260 mm L × 958 mm W × 2,200 mm H (89 × 37.7 × 86.5 in)
Engine: Briggs & Stratton XR — 420cc gasoline, fan-cooled
Horsepower: 13.5 HP (10.5 kW)
Fuel Type: Gasoline
Fuel Tank: 6.6 L (1.7 gal)
Fuel Consumption: 0.5–1.2 L/hr
Max Digging Depth: 1,764 mm (69.5 in / approx. 5.8 ft)
Max Digging Height: 2,670 mm (105 in)
Max Dumping Height: 1,900 mm (75 in)
Max Reach at Ground Level: 3,400 mm (134 in / approx. 11.2 ft)
Dozer Blade Width / Height: 910 mm / 200 mm (36 × 8 in)
Track Size: 180 × 72 × 37 (Width × Pitch × Links)
Hydraulic System Pressure: 16 MPa (2,300 PSI)
Hydraulic Flow Rate: 21.6 L/min (5.7 GPM)
Hydraulic Tank Capacity: 18 L (4.8 gal)
Battery: 12V, 45–60Ah
What's Included: Standard digging bucket, hydraulic thumb, LED work light, foot pedal controls