Head to head
JCB 16C-1 vs Yanmar ViO26-6
The Yanmar ViO26-6 is the bigger machine by 811kg and has 4kW more power.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Yanmar ViO26-6 is the bigger machine by 811kg.
- Engine power: the Yanmar ViO26-6 has 4kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| JCB 16C-1 | Yanmar ViO26-6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1749 kg | 2,560kg (canopy) / 2,665kg (cab) |
| Engine power | 11.7 kW | 15.8kW / 21.5HP at 2,500rpm |
| Dig depth | 2.57 m | - |
| Dump height | 2.63 m | - |
| Engine | - | Yanmar 3TNV76-NBVA1 diesel |
| Max digging depth | - | 2,490mm (standard arm), 2,740mm (long arm) |
| Digging force | - | 24.5kN (bucket) |
Sources: JCB 16C-1, Yanmar ViO26-6. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 16C-1 if...
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 ViO26-6 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 811kg
- you want one that has 4kW more power
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 JCB 16C-1 and the Yanmar ViO26-6?
The Yanmar ViO26-6 is the bigger machine by 811kg and has 4kW more power. The JCB 16C-1 is a 1.5 tonne micro mini excavator; the Yanmar ViO26-6 is a zero-tailswing mini excavator.
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