Head to head
JCB 16C-1 vs Yanmar SV17VT
The Yanmar SV17VT has 101kW more power. The JCB 16C-1 is the bigger machine by 49kg.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Yanmar SV17VT has 101kW more power.
- Operating weight: the JCB 16C-1 is the bigger machine by 49kg.
Specifications side by side
| JCB 16C-1 | Yanmar SV17VT | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1749 kg | 1700 kg (canopy) / 1790 kg (cabin) |
| Engine power | 11.7 kW | 11,3 kW (at 2400 rpm) |
| Dig depth | 2.57 m | - |
| Dump height | 2.63 m | - |
| Breakout force | - | 16 kN |
| Fuel tank | - | 27 l |
Sources: JCB 16C-1, Yanmar SV17VT. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 16C-1 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 49kg
A small tow-behind digger for domestic groundworks, drainage and service trenches where a van or pickup is the transport. It suits hire fleets and builders working in gardens and tight side access.
Full 16C-1 specifications →Buy or hire the SV17VT if...
- you want one that has 101kW more power
A small digger for hire fleets, landscapers and builders on garden work, drainage and small trenches. Light enough to move on a trailer behind a pickup or van.
Full SV17VT specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the JCB 16C-1 and the Yanmar SV17VT?
The Yanmar SV17VT has 101kW more power. The JCB 16C-1 is the bigger machine by 49kg. The JCB 16C-1 is a 1.5 tonne micro mini excavator; the Yanmar SV17VT is a 1.7 tonne conventional-tail mini excavator.
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