Head to head
JCB 16C-1 vs Yanmar ViO38-6
The Yanmar ViO38-6 is the bigger machine by 1,826kg and has 7kW more power.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Yanmar ViO38-6 is the bigger machine by 1,826kg.
- Engine power: the Yanmar ViO38-6 has 7kW more power.
- Dig depth: the Yanmar ViO38-6 digs 72cm (2.5ft) deeper.
Specifications side by side
| JCB 16C-1 | Yanmar ViO38-6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1749 kg | 3575 kg (canopy) / 3695 kg (cabin) |
| Engine power | 11.7 kW | 18.9 kW / 25.3 HP at 2200 rpm |
| Dig depth | 2.57 m | 3290 mm / 3530mm* |
| Dump height | 2.63 m | - |
Sources: JCB 16C-1, Yanmar ViO38-6. 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 ViO38-6 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 1,826kg
- you want one that has 7kW more power
- you want one that digs 72cm (2.5ft) deeper
A mid-size mini excavator for drainage, foundations and utility work where a 3 to 4 tonne machine is wanted with a short rear swing. Contractors and hire fleets use it on housing plots and roadside trenching.
Full ViO38-6 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the JCB 16C-1 and the Yanmar ViO38-6?
The Yanmar ViO38-6 is the bigger machine by 1,826kg and has 7kW more power. The JCB 16C-1 is a 1.5 tonne micro mini excavator; the Yanmar ViO38-6 is a 3.8 tonne zero tailswing mini excavator.
GetBrent is an independent directory and is not a dealer for, nor affiliated with, either manufacturer. Model and brand names are the trademarks of their owners.