Head to head
Hitachi ZX33U-6 vs Yanmar ViO80-1
The Yanmar ViO80-1 has 374kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Key differences
- Engine power: the Yanmar ViO80-1 has 374kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX33U-6 | Yanmar ViO80-1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 3,320 - 3,720kg | 8065 kg |
| Engine power | 18.8kW | 39,3 kW / 53,5 HP at 1900 rpm |
| Dig depth | 2,790 - 3,130mm | - |
| Breakout force | - | 63,5 kN |
| Fuel tank | - | 115 l |
Sources: Hitachi ZX33U-6, Yanmar ViO80-1. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the ZX33U-6 if...
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 ViO80-1 if...
- you want one that has 374kW more power
An 8 tonne zero-tail swing midi excavator for civils, utilities and roadworks contractors working in restricted space or alongside live traffic. Used for deeper trenching, pipe laying and loading.
Full ViO80-1 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX33U-6 and the Yanmar ViO80-1?
The Yanmar ViO80-1 has 374kW more power. The Hitachi ZX33U-6 is a 3.3-3.7 tonne zero tail swing mini excavator; the Yanmar ViO80-1 is a 8 tonne zero-tail midi excavator.
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