Head to head
JCB 19C-1 vs Yanmar ViO26-6
The Yanmar ViO26-6 has 4kW more power and is the bigger machine by 650kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Yanmar ViO26-6 has 4kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Yanmar ViO26-6 is the bigger machine by 650kg.
Specifications side by side
| JCB 19C-1 | Yanmar ViO26-6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1910 kg | 2,560kg (canopy) / 2,665kg (cab) |
| Engine power | 11.7 kW | 15.8kW / 21.5HP at 2,500rpm |
| Dig depth | 2.81 m | - |
| Dump height | 2.81 m | - |
| Engine | - | Yanmar 3TNV76-NBVA1 diesel |
| Max digging depth | - | 2,490mm (standard arm), 2,740mm (long arm) |
| Digging force | - | 24.5kN (bucket) |
Sources: JCB 19C-1, Yanmar ViO26-6. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 19C-1 if...
A small, easily towed digger for hire fleets and groundworkers on domestic extensions, drainage runs and service trenches. Suits jobs where a 1.5 to 2 tonne machine can be moved on a trailer behind a pickup or van.
Full 19C-1 specifications →Buy or hire the ViO26-6 if...
- you want one that has 4kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 650kg
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 19C-1 and the Yanmar ViO26-6?
The Yanmar ViO26-6 has 4kW more power and is the bigger machine by 650kg. The JCB 19C-1 is a 2 tonne class conventional-tailswing mini excavator; the Yanmar ViO26-6 is a zero-tailswing mini excavator.
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