Head to head
Hitachi ZX33U-6 vs Yanmar ViO26-6
The Hitachi ZX33U-6 has 3kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX33U-6 has 3kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX33U-6 | Yanmar ViO26-6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 3,320 - 3,720kg | 2,560kg (canopy) / 2,665kg (cab) |
| Engine power | 18.8kW | 15.8kW / 21.5HP at 2,500rpm |
| Dig depth | 2,790 - 3,130mm | - |
| Engine | - | Yanmar 3TNV76-NBVA1 diesel |
| Max digging depth | - | 2,490mm (standard arm), 2,740mm (long arm) |
| Digging force | - | 24.5kN (bucket) |
Sources: Hitachi ZX33U-6, Yanmar ViO26-6. 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 3kW 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 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 ZX33U-6 and the Yanmar ViO26-6?
The Hitachi ZX33U-6 has 3kW more power. The Hitachi ZX33U-6 is a 3.3-3.7 tonne zero tail swing mini excavator; the Yanmar ViO26-6 is a zero-tailswing mini excavator.
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