Head to head
Caterpillar 301.7 CR vs Yanmar ViO80-1
The Yanmar ViO80-1 has 377kW more power and is the bigger machine by 6,150kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Yanmar ViO80-1 has 377kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Yanmar ViO80-1 is the bigger machine by 6,150kg.
Specifications side by side
| Caterpillar 301.7 CR | Yanmar ViO80-1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1,915 kg (4,222 lb) | 8065 kg |
| Engine power | 15.7 kW (21 hp) | 39,3 kW / 53,5 HP at 1900 rpm |
| Dig depth | 2,540 mm (100 in) (long stick) | - |
| Breakout force | - | 63,5 kN |
| Fuel tank | - | 115 l |
Sources: Caterpillar 301.7 CR, Yanmar ViO80-1. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 301.7 CR if...
The Cat 301.7 CR is Caterpillar's roughly 2 tonne mini excavator, built around the Cat C1.1 engine and backed by Caterpillar's dealer network for parts and service. It is specified on UK sites for the same drainage, groundworks and utility jobs as the Kubota U27-4 and Takeuchi TB216, with buyers often citing Cat's residual values and dealer support over price. It is one of the smaller models in Caterpillar's wider mini excavator line-up, which extends up to around 10 tonnes.
Full 301.7 CR specifications →Buy or hire the ViO80-1 if...
- you want one that has 377kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 6,150kg
An 8 tonne zero-tail swing midi excavator for civils, utilities and roadworks contractors working in restricted space or alongside live traffic. Used for deeper trenching, pipe laying and loading.
Full ViO80-1 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Caterpillar 301.7 CR and the Yanmar ViO80-1?
The Yanmar ViO80-1 has 377kW more power and is the bigger machine by 6,150kg. The Caterpillar 301.7 CR is a a sub-2 tonne conventional-tail-swing mini excavator; the Yanmar ViO80-1 is a 8 tonne zero-tail midi excavator.
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