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Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 vs Yanmar ViO26-6

The Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 has 58kW more power.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Hitachi ZX130LCN-7
Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 - image: Hitachi
ViO26-6
Yanmar ViO26-6

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Hitachi ZX130LCN-7Yanmar ViO26-6
Operating weight14,100 - 16,300kg2,560kg (canopy) / 2,665kg (cab)
Engine power74kW15.8kW / 21.5HP at 2,500rpm
Dig depth5,310 - 5,800mm-
Engine-Yanmar 3TNV76-NBVA1 diesel
Max digging depth-2,490mm (standard arm), 2,740mm (long arm)
Digging force-24.5kN (bucket)

Sources: Hitachi ZX130LCN-7, Yanmar ViO26-6. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the ZX130LCN-7 if...

  • you want one that has 58kW more power

Aimed at groundworkers and civils contractors who want a mid-size machine with the extra stability of a long-track (LCN) undercarriage. It suits drainage, footings and utility work on soft or made-up ground where a standard-width excavator would struggle.

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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.

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Full ViO26-6 specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 and the Yanmar ViO26-6?

The Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 has 58kW more power. The Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 is a 13-16 tonne long-undercarriage crawler excavator; the Yanmar ViO26-6 is a zero-tailswing mini excavator.

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