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Hitachi ZX135W-7 vs Yanmar ViO26-6

The Hitachi ZX135W-7 has 89kW more power.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Hitachi ZX135W-7Yanmar ViO26-6
Operating weight14,500 - 15,900kg2,560kg (canopy) / 2,665kg (cab)
Engine power105kW (ISO14396) / 100kW (ISO9249)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: Hitachi ZX135W-7, Yanmar ViO26-6. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the ZX135W-7 if...

  • you want one that has 89kW more power

A road-legal wheeled excavator for contractors who need to self-drive between sites without a low-loader, such as utilities and highways crews. The short-tail-swing design keeps it usable on narrow verges and in traffic-managed lanes.

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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 ZX135W-7 and the Yanmar ViO26-6?

The Hitachi ZX135W-7 has 89kW more power. The Hitachi ZX135W-7 is a 13-16 tonne short-tail wheeled excavator; the Yanmar ViO26-6 is a zero-tailswing mini excavator.

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