Head to head
Hitachi ZX33U-6 vs Yanmar ViO23-6
The Hitachi ZX33U-6 has 4kW more power.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX33U-6 has 4kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX33U-6 | Yanmar ViO23-6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 3,320 - 3,720kg | 2245 kg (Canopy) / 2405 kg (Cabin) |
| Dig depth | 2,790 - 3,130mm | 2450 / 2655 mm |
| Engine power | 18.8kW | 14.6 kW at 2400 rpm |
Sources: Hitachi ZX33U-6, Yanmar ViO23-6. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the ZX33U-6 if...
- you want one that has 4kW more power
A general-purpose mini digger for landscaping, utilities and small groundworks contractors who need to work in gardens, driveways and other access-restricted sites. Its zero tail swing lets it turn on the spot without swinging into fences or walls.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Buy or hire the ViO23-6 if...
A compact mini excavator that keeps within its track width when slewing, used by landscapers, groundworkers and hire fleets for work beside walls, fences and buildings. It can be moved on a trailer behind a pickup or van.
Full ViO23-6 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX33U-6 and the Yanmar ViO23-6?
The Hitachi ZX33U-6 has 4kW more power. The Hitachi ZX33U-6 is a 3.3-3.7 tonne zero tail swing mini excavator; the Yanmar ViO23-6 is a 2.3 tonne zero tailswing mini excavator.
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