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Hitachi 33U vs Yanmar ViO57-6B

The Yanmar ViO57-6B is the bigger machine by 1,998kg.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Hitachi 33U
Hitachi 33U - image: Hitachi Construction Machinery Australia
Yanmar ViO57-6B
Yanmar ViO57-6B - image: Field & Forest Machinery Ltd

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Hitachi 33UYanmar ViO57-6B
Operating weight3,487 kg5485 kg
Fuel tank42.0 L66 l
Width1,550 mm-
Rated power ISO 924921.2 kW (28.4 HP) at 2,400 min-1 (rpm) (net)-
Engine power-33,5 kW (at 2200 rpm)
Breakout force-41,9 kN

Sources: Hitachi 33U, Yanmar ViO57-6B. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the 33U if...

A compact tracked excavator from Hitachi's smaller size class, used for groundworks, drainage and landscaping jobs too tight for a larger machine. It is bought and sold through the used plant market rather than as a current Hitachi catalogue model.

Full 33U specifications →

Buy or hire the ViO57-6B if...

  • you want one that is the bigger machine by 1,998kg

A 5 to 6 tonne zero-tail swing digger for civils and groundworks contractors on deeper trenching, pipe laying and loading. Hire fleets use it where space is tight but a bigger machine is needed.

Full ViO57-6B specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Hitachi 33U and the Yanmar ViO57-6B?

The Yanmar ViO57-6B is the bigger machine by 1,998kg. The Hitachi 33U is a mini excavator, approximately 3 tonne class; the Yanmar ViO57-6B is a 5.5 tonne zero-tail mini excavator.

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