21/10/2026
Chinese or Japanese engines — is the extra money really worth it?
We sell Chinese-built machinery, but we're particular about what powers it. We've taken a proper look at Honda and Kubota alongside Chinese alternatives, comparing torque, lubrication, service intervals, reported engine hours and what the difference might cost over time.
There are good reasons to choose either, depending on how you use your machine. Here's why we spend more on the engine in ours.
Honda and Kubota vs Chinese engines: compare reliability, engine life, maintenance and costs before buying a mini excavator or skid steer.
