Head to head
Bobcat D30 vs Yanmar ViO26-6
The Bobcat D30 is the bigger machine by 1,950kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Bobcat D30 is the bigger machine by 1,950kg.
Specifications side by side
| Bobcat D30 | Yanmar ViO26-6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Stage V diesel, 2,434cc, 45.6kW | Yanmar 3TNV76-NBVA1 diesel |
| Operating weight | 4,510kg | 2,560kg (canopy) / 2,665kg (cab) |
| Load capacity | 3,000kg | - |
| Lift height | 2,030-7,810mm (mast dependent) | - |
| Travel speed | 20km/h | - |
| Engine power | - | 15.8kW / 21.5HP at 2,500rpm |
| Max digging depth | - | 2,490mm (standard arm), 2,740mm (long arm) |
| Digging force | - | 24.5kN (bucket) |
Sources: Bobcat D30, Yanmar ViO26-6. 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 1,950kg
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 ViO26-6 if...
A 2.6-tonne zero-tailswing mini digger widely used by plant hire firms for groundwork in tight spaces such as gardens and driveways, where its lack of rear overhang keeps it clear of walls and fences while slewing.
Listed by
- Red Plant Sales Ltd - Colchester, Frating
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bobcat D30 and the Yanmar ViO26-6?
The Bobcat D30 is the bigger machine by 1,950kg. The Bobcat D30 is a diesel counterbalance forklift; the Yanmar ViO26-6 is a zero-tailswing mini excavator.
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