The 7 Types of Excavators: Which One Should You Choose ...
· Machine size—The excavator size you'll need will depend on the weight of the materials you'll be lifting. A mini (or compact) excavator can handle up to six metric tons (or 13,227 pounds). A midsized excavator handles 610 metric tons (or 22,046 pounds) and the standard (or fullsize) excavator is equipped to lift up to 10 90 metric tons (or 22,046 198,416 pounds).