What it REALLY costs to import an excavator from China — and what you actually get

This video absolutely took off ! Onething led to another. If you live in Norway and want the same machine, but upgraded to a 1.2-ton model — or something bigger, up to 4 tons — visit my new dealership: www.frengenmaskin.com Frengen Maskin offers mini excavators from 1.2 to 4 tons, as well as compact loaders/skid steers and more. You get faster delivery, access to spare parts, and very competitive pricing — all through a Norwegian dealership built to make the process easier, safer, and more predictable. Sponsored by Coupert! Save money automatically when you shop online. Install Coupert for free: https://www.coupert.com/join-coupert?... #Coupert #CouponHacks #SaveMoney #CouponCode My Experience Importing an Excavator from China – The Full Story This video is a follow-up to my previous upload:    • I Bought a Mini Excavator From China and T...   which reached nearly 2 million views in just 10 days! Since then, I’ve received hundreds of questions from viewers about the import process, the real costs, and the quality of the machine. In this video, I’ll do my best to answer some of the most asked questions, based on my own experience. So far, I’ve logged about 12 hours of operation time on the excavator, which means I can only comment on what I’ve seen and experienced so far, not on long-term quality or durability. What This Video Covers: 00:00 – Intro 00:26 – How I imported the machine and price breakdown 07:40 – What I learned about the import 08:06 – Important when importing 09:35 – Saving money (Coupert) 10:36 – Walk trough of The Machine 20:15 – Machine in action 21:50 – The RC CyberPlow and demolition 11:00 – Fuel consumption 23:44 – Lifting sofa with pallet forks My full import journey — from first offer to final delivery The real cost after shipping, fees, and VAT How customs and handling charges added up What to check before importing a machine from China Importing to Europe Importing to USA If you’re importing machinery to Europe, make sure: The machine has a CE marking The engine meets the Stage V emission standard Without these, it can be stopped in customs or banned from use. Lessons Learned Next time, I’ll make sure to get a fully itemized quote that includes all costs — shipping, handling, and delivery. I’ll also secure documentation early: CE certificates, engine compliance papers, and customs details before making any payment. Overall, I’m very satisfied with my purchase. Even though I could have saved quite a bit on shipping and logistics, the machine appears to offer very high build quality for the price I paid — and I can confidently recommend this model based on my current experience. Still, this video only describes my personal experience. There is no guarantee that others will have the same experience when ordering from China. With the following upgrades: Kubota d722 EF - 3 cl Diesel A Cab Pilot controls (the S model has pilot control as standard) Expandable tracks Hydraulic quick coupler Expandable dozer blade Hydraulic thumb Accesories: Standard bucket Teeth bucket Toothless bucket 100cm Tilting bucket (with hydraulic cylinder) Narrow bucket Ripper Rake Auger Pallet forks https://www.alibaba.com/product-detai... I am not sponsored by Vote or the manufacturer in any way. Useful links: CE marking – European Commission: https://ec.europa.eu/growth/single-ma... Machinery Directive (2006/42/EC): https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-conte... Stage V Emission Standards (EU): https://ec.europa.eu/environment/topi... Norwegian Customs Tariff (Toll.no): https://www.toll.no/no/verktoy/tollta... Importing to the USA In the United States, the requirements are different: Machines must comply with OSHA and ANSI safety standards Engines must be EPA Tier 4 Final certified Import duties may apply, typically up to 2.5% Useful links: EPA – Tier 4 Final Standards: https://www.epa.gov/regulations-emiss... OSHA – Machinery and Machine Guarding: https://www.osha.gov/machine-guarding U.S. Customs (CBP) – Importing Machinery: https://www.cbp.gov/trade/basic-impor... About This Channel Frengen Engineering is all about real-world engineering, hands-on builds, and honest experiences — from importing machinery and testing tools to building and troubleshooting equipment. Subscribe for more videos on machinery, importing, and practical engineering projects. Disclaimer: This video is based on my personal experience and does not represent professional import advice. Always check local regulations and compliance requirements before purchasing or importing machinery. Additional hashtags: #Excavator #ImportFromChina #Engineering #ConstructionEquipment #Norway #FrengenEngineering