Head to head
Caterpillar 352F vs Yanmar ViO26-6
The Caterpillar 352F is the bigger machine by 113,140kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Caterpillar 352F is the bigger machine by 113,140kg.
Specifications side by side
| Caterpillar 352F | Yanmar ViO26-6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 115,700lb (~52.5 tonnes) | 2,560kg (canopy) / 2,665kg (cab) |
| Engine | Cat C13 ACERT, 417hp net | Yanmar 3TNV76-NBVA1 diesel |
| Fuel capacity | 190 US gallons | - |
| Max travel speed | 2.9mph | - |
| 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: Caterpillar 352F, Yanmar ViO26-6. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 352F if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 113,140kg
A large excavator for bulk earthmoving and quarry-scale digging rather than site groundworks. Contractors hire it for big-volume dig and load jobs where a mid-size machine would be too slow.
Listed by
- Daly Plant Hire Ltd - Tadworth, Kingswood
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 Caterpillar 352F and the Yanmar ViO26-6?
The Caterpillar 352F is the bigger machine by 113,140kg. The Caterpillar 352F is a large hydraulic excavator; the Yanmar ViO26-6 is a zero-tailswing mini excavator.
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