Head to head
Hitachi ZX225US-7 vs Yanmar ViO26-6
The Hitachi ZX225US-7 has 113kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
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Key differences
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX225US-7 has 113kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX225US-7 | Yanmar ViO26-6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 24,800 - 29,100kg | 2,560kg (canopy) / 2,665kg (cab) |
| Engine power | 128.4kW (ISO14396) / 122kW (ISO9249) | 15.8kW / 21.5HP at 2,500rpm |
| Dig depth | 6,120mm | - |
| Engine | - | Yanmar 3TNV76-NBVA1 diesel |
| Max digging depth | - | 2,490mm (standard arm), 2,740mm (long arm) |
| Digging force | - | 24.5kN (bucket) |
Sources: Hitachi ZX225US-7, Yanmar ViO26-6. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the ZX225US-7 if...
- you want one that has 113kW more power
For contractors working in restricted yards or alongside live structures who still need the dig performance of a 20-tonne-plus machine. The reduced tail swing keeps the counterweight closer to the tracks than a standard crawler excavator of this size.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
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 Hitachi ZX225US-7 and the Yanmar ViO26-6?
The Hitachi ZX225US-7 has 113kW more power. The Hitachi ZX225US-7 is a 22-29 tonne reduced-tail-swing medium excavator; the Yanmar ViO26-6 is a zero-tailswing mini excavator.
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