Head to head
Bobcat E55z vs Yanmar ViO26-6
The Bobcat E55z has 21kW more power and is the bigger machine by 2,711kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Bobcat E55z has 21kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Bobcat E55z is the bigger machine by 2,711kg.
Specifications side by side
| Bobcat E55z | Yanmar ViO26-6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 5271kg | 2,560kg (canopy) / 2,665kg (cab) |
| Engine power | 36.4kW | 15.8kW / 21.5HP at 2,500rpm |
| Dig depth | 3434mm | - |
| Breakout force | 30.99kN | - |
| Engine | - | Yanmar 3TNV76-NBVA1 diesel |
| Max digging depth | - | 2,490mm (standard arm), 2,740mm (long arm) |
| Digging force | - | 24.5kN (bucket) |
Sources: Bobcat E55z, Yanmar ViO26-6. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the E55z if...
- you want one that has 21kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 2,711kg
A midi excavator for groundworks, utilities and landscaping contractors. At 5.3 tonnes it arrives on a lorry rather than behind a car. It digs to 3434mm. Zero tail swing means the back of the machine stays inside the tracks when it slews, so it can work tight against a wall or in one lane of a road.
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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 E55z and the Yanmar ViO26-6?
The Bobcat E55z has 21kW more power and is the bigger machine by 2,711kg. The Bobcat E55z is a midi excavator, zero tail swing, 3 to 6 tonnes; the Yanmar ViO26-6 is a zero-tailswing mini excavator.
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