Head to head
Comacchio GEO 900 vs Yanmar SV17VT
The Comacchio GEO 900 is a crawler-mounted multipurpose drilling rig. The Yanmar SV17VT is a 1.7 tonne conventional-tail mini excavator.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Comacchio GEO 900 | Yanmar SV17VT | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 126-180kW (169-240hp) | 11,3 kW (at 2400 rpm) |
| Weight | 16-18 tonnes | - |
| Torque range | 1,300-1,520 daNm | - |
| Feed stroke | 4,000-7,000mm | - |
| Operating weight | - | 1700 kg (canopy) / 1790 kg (cabin) |
| Breakout force | - | 16 kN |
| Fuel tank | - | 27 l |
Sources: Comacchio GEO 900, Yanmar SV17VT. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the GEO 900 if...
A crawler-mounted rig for geotechnical investigation, water well and geothermal drilling, adaptable to several drilling methods on the same base machine. Ground investigation and specialist drilling contractors hire it rather than general groundworks firms.
Listed by
- ChapmanPlant - Bristol, Iron Acton
Buy or hire the SV17VT if...
A small digger for hire fleets, landscapers and builders on garden work, drainage and small trenches. Light enough to move on a trailer behind a pickup or van.
Full SV17VT specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Comacchio GEO 900 and the Yanmar SV17VT?
The Comacchio GEO 900 is a crawler-mounted multipurpose drilling rig; the Yanmar SV17VT is a 1.7 tonne conventional-tail mini excavator.
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