Head to head
Avant 640 vs SANY SY26U
The Avant 640 has 13kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Avant 640 has 13kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Avant 640 | SANY SY26U | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 28 kW (37,5 hp) | 14.6 kW at 2,400 rpm |
| Lifting capacity | 1100 kg | - |
| Lifting height | 2835 mm | - |
| Weight | 1590 kg | - |
| Operating weight | - | 2,660 kg |
| Dig depth | - | 2,810 mm |
| Transport width | - | 1,550 mm |
Sources: Avant 640, SANY SY26U. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 640 if...
- you want one that has 13kW more power
An all-round compact loader with stronger auxiliary hydraulics for running more attachments, used by landscapers, stables, estates and small contractors. Light enough to be moved on a trailer or larger van.
Full 640 specifications →Buy or hire the SY26U if...
The SANY SY26U is a 2.6 tonne mini excavator positioned as a value alternative to the established Kubota, JCB and Takeuchi machines in the same size class, sold in the UK through a small number of appointed dealers. SANY's UK presence is newer and thinner than the market leaders, so buyers weigh the lower purchase price against a less mature parts and resale network. It is more often bought outright by owner-operators than stocked in volume by the large national hire fleets.
Full SY26U specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Avant 640 and the SANY SY26U?
The Avant 640 has 13kW more power. The Avant 640 is a articulated multi-purpose loader, 600 series; the SANY SY26U is a a 2.6 tonne mini excavator.
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