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Hitachi ZX85USB-6 vs Yanmar ViO80-1

The Yanmar ViO80-1 has 351kW more power.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Hitachi ZX85USB-6
Hitachi ZX85USB-6 - image: Barnes Plant Sales Ltd
Yanmar ViO80-1
Yanmar ViO80-1 - image: Field & Forest Machinery Ltd

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Hitachi ZX85USB-6Yanmar ViO80-1
Operating weight8,430 - 9,060kg8065 kg
Engine power42.4kW39,3 kW / 53,5 HP at 1900 rpm
Dig depth3,910 - 4,510mm-
Breakout force-63,5 kN
Fuel tank-115 l

Sources: Hitachi ZX85USB-6, Yanmar ViO80-1. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the ZX85USB-6 if...

A popular hire-fleet size for groundworkers and utility contractors who need more reach and dig depth than a mini excavator but still want a zero-swing tail for working close to walls and other plant. Common on drainage and footing jobs on housing sites.

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Full ZX85USB-6 specifications →

Buy or hire the ViO80-1 if...

  • you want one that has 351kW 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 ZX85USB-6 and the Yanmar ViO80-1?

The Yanmar ViO80-1 has 351kW more power. The Hitachi ZX85USB-6 is a 8.4-9.1 tonne zero tail swing crawler excavator; the Yanmar ViO80-1 is a 8 tonne zero-tail midi excavator.

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