Head to head
Comacchio GEO 900 vs Yanmar ViO26-6
The Comacchio GEO 900 is a crawler-mounted multipurpose drilling rig. The Yanmar ViO26-6 is a zero-tailswing mini excavator.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Comacchio GEO 900 | Yanmar ViO26-6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 126-180kW (169-240hp) | 15.8kW / 21.5HP at 2,500rpm |
| Weight | 16-18 tonnes | - |
| Torque range | 1,300-1,520 daNm | - |
| Feed stroke | 4,000-7,000mm | - |
| Operating weight | - | 2,560kg (canopy) / 2,665kg (cab) |
| Engine | - | Yanmar 3TNV76-NBVA1 diesel |
| Max digging depth | - | 2,490mm (standard arm), 2,740mm (long arm) |
| Digging force | - | 24.5kN (bucket) |
Sources: Comacchio GEO 900, Yanmar ViO26-6. 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 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 Comacchio GEO 900 and the Yanmar ViO26-6?
The Comacchio GEO 900 is a crawler-mounted multipurpose drilling rig; the Yanmar ViO26-6 is a zero-tailswing mini excavator.
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