Head to head
Bobcat D30 vs Yanmar SV17VT
The Bobcat D30 is the bigger machine by 2,810kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Bobcat D30 is the bigger machine by 2,810kg.
Specifications side by side
| Bobcat D30 | Yanmar SV17VT | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 4,510kg | 1700 kg (canopy) / 1790 kg (cabin) |
| Load capacity | 3,000kg | - |
| Lift height | 2,030-7,810mm (mast dependent) | - |
| Engine | Stage V diesel, 2,434cc, 45.6kW | - |
| Travel speed | 20km/h | - |
| Engine power | - | 11,3 kW (at 2400 rpm) |
| Breakout force | - | 16 kN |
| Fuel tank | - | 27 l |
Sources: Bobcat D30, Yanmar SV17VT. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the D30 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 2,810kg
A 3-tonne diesel forklift used on building sites and in yards for shifting pallets and building materials. It is bought and hired mainly for outdoor work where a diesel engine and rough-terrain tyres suit it better than an electric truck.
Listed by
- AJ & MJ - Portsmouth, Drayton
Buy or hire the SV17VT if...
A small digger for hire fleets, landscapers and builders on garden work, drainage and small trenches. Light enough to move on a trailer behind a pickup or van.
Full SV17VT specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Bobcat D30 and the Yanmar SV17VT?
The Bobcat D30 is the bigger machine by 2,810kg. The Bobcat D30 is a diesel counterbalance forklift; the Yanmar SV17VT is a 1.7 tonne conventional-tail mini excavator.
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