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Hydrema 912F vs Yanmar ViO26-6

The Hydrema 912F has 92kW more power.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Hydrema 912F
Hydrema 912F - image: Nixon Hire
ViO26-6
Yanmar ViO26-6

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Hydrema 912FYanmar ViO26-6
Engine power108kW (147hp)15.8kW / 21.5HP at 2,500rpm
Unladen weight7,270kg-
Payload10,000kg-
Operating weight-2,560kg (canopy) / 2,665kg (cab)
Engine-Yanmar 3TNV76-NBVA1 diesel
Max digging depth-2,490mm (standard arm), 2,740mm (long arm)
Digging force-24.5kN (bucket)

Sources: Hydrema 912F, Yanmar ViO26-6. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the 912F if...

  • you want one that has 92kW more power

A rough-terrain dumper for groundworks and quarry contractors moving large volumes of muck or aggregate across soft or uneven sites, where a standard site dumper's capacity would be too small. Its articulated, all-wheel-drive chassis is built for traction rather than road speed.

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Full 912F specifications →

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.

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Full ViO26-6 specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Hydrema 912F and the Yanmar ViO26-6?

The Hydrema 912F has 92kW more power. The Hydrema 912F is a 10 tonne payload articulated dumper; the Yanmar ViO26-6 is a zero-tailswing mini excavator.

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