600 lb Lift Test: $2200 Auction Mini vs $8800 Shanding – You Won't Believe the Difference!

Part of my ongoing Chinese mini excavator series: I rigged four 150 lb logs (300–600+ lbs) and tested lifting from every angle on two "1.2 ton" machines—one a sketchy auction steal (~1500 lbs), the other my reliable Shanding (~2400 lbs). Spoiler: Power wasn't the issue—the light one lifted fine! But stability? Night and day. Auction tips easily on side/rear; Shanding stays planted and feels pro. This is why weight matters more than the sticker "ton" rating. Thinking of buying one? Watch before you bid! Digging showdown coming post-snow. Like/subscribe/comment your thoughts! #MiniExcavatorComparison #AuctionMini #ShandingMini #HeavyLifting #ChineseExcavato