Head to head
Bobcat S450 vs Yanmar ViO26-6
The Bobcat S450 has 20kW more power. The Yanmar ViO26-6 is the bigger machine by 195kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Bobcat S450 has 20kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Yanmar ViO26-6 is the bigger machine by 195kg.
Specifications side by side
| Bobcat S450 | Yanmar ViO26-6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2365kg | 2,560kg (canopy) / 2,665kg (cab) |
| Engine power | 35.9kW rated (48.1kW max, Kubota V2403 diesel) | 15.8kW / 21.5HP at 2,500rpm |
| Rated operating capacity | 608kg (ISO 14397-1) | - |
| Lift height | 2.8m | - |
| Tipping load | 1215kg | - |
| Engine | - | Yanmar 3TNV76-NBVA1 diesel |
| Max digging depth | - | 2,490mm (standard arm), 2,740mm (long arm) |
| Digging force | - | 24.5kN (bucket) |
Sources: Bobcat S450, Yanmar ViO26-6. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the S450 if...
- you want one that has 20kW more power
Bobcat's entry-level skid steer, small enough for tight domestic and groundworks sites but still able to run a full range of buckets and attachments. Plant hire fleets keep it as their smallest skid steer for jobs a mini digger cannot reach.
Listed by
- JMP Plant Hire Essex - Ingatestone, Norton Heath
Buy or hire the ViO26-6 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 195kg
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 S450 and the Yanmar ViO26-6?
The Bobcat S450 has 20kW more power. The Yanmar ViO26-6 is the bigger machine by 195kg. The Bobcat S450 is a compact skid steer loader; the Yanmar ViO26-6 is a zero-tailswing mini excavator.
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