Head to head
Genie Z-45/25J RT vs Yanmar ViO26-6
The Genie Z-45/25J RT is the bigger machine by 3,955kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Genie Z-45/25J RT is the bigger machine by 3,955kg.
Specifications side by side
| Genie Z-45/25J RT | Yanmar ViO26-6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 6,515kg | 2,560kg (canopy) / 2,665kg (cab) |
| Working height | 15.86m (51ft 6in) maximum | - |
| Platform height | 13.86m (45ft 6in) maximum | - |
| Platform capacity | 227kg unrestricted | - |
| Engine power | - | 15.8kW / 21.5HP at 2,500rpm |
| Engine | - | Yanmar 3TNV76-NBVA1 diesel |
| Max digging depth | - | 2,490mm (standard arm), 2,740mm (long arm) |
| Digging force | - | 24.5kN (bucket) |
Sources: Genie Z-45/25J RT, Yanmar ViO26-6. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Z-45/25J RT if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 3,955kg
A widely hired rough-terrain boom for construction and outdoor maintenance. The articulating up-and-over jib is what separates it from a straight telescopic boom: it reaches over an obstacle rather than only to it, which is often the entire requirement.
Full Z-45/25J RT specifications →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 Genie Z-45/25J RT and the Yanmar ViO26-6?
The Genie Z-45/25J RT is the bigger machine by 3,955kg. The Genie Z-45/25J RT is a rough terrain articulating boom lift; the Yanmar ViO26-6 is a zero-tailswing mini excavator.
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