Head to head
JCB 19C-1 vs Yanmar ViO80-1
The Yanmar ViO80-1 has 381kW more power and is the bigger machine by 6,155kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Key differences
- Engine power: the Yanmar ViO80-1 has 381kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Yanmar ViO80-1 is the bigger machine by 6,155kg.
Specifications side by side
| JCB 19C-1 | Yanmar ViO80-1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1910 kg | 8065 kg |
| Engine power | 11.7 kW | 39,3 kW / 53,5 HP at 1900 rpm |
| Dig depth | 2.81 m | - |
| Dump height | 2.81 m | - |
| Breakout force | - | 63,5 kN |
| Fuel tank | - | 115 l |
Sources: JCB 19C-1, Yanmar ViO80-1. 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 ViO80-1 if...
- you want one that has 381kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 6,155kg
An 8 tonne zero-tail swing midi excavator for civils, utilities and roadworks contractors working in restricted space or alongside live traffic. Used for deeper trenching, pipe laying and loading.
Full ViO80-1 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the JCB 19C-1 and the Yanmar ViO80-1?
The Yanmar ViO80-1 has 381kW more power and is the bigger machine by 6,155kg. The JCB 19C-1 is a 2 tonne class conventional-tailswing mini excavator; the Yanmar ViO80-1 is a 8 tonne zero-tail midi excavator.
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