Head to head
JCB 35Z-1 vs Yanmar ViO80-1
The Yanmar ViO80-1 has 375kW more power and is the bigger machine by 4,509kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Yanmar ViO80-1 has 375kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Yanmar ViO80-1 is the bigger machine by 4,509kg.
Specifications side by side
| JCB 35Z-1 | Yanmar ViO80-1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 3556 kg | 8065 kg |
| Engine power | 18.4 kW | 39,3 kW / 53,5 HP at 1900 rpm |
| Dig depth | 3.48 m | - |
| Dump height | 3.53 m | - |
| Breakout force | - | 63,5 kN |
| Fuel tank | - | 115 l |
Sources: JCB 35Z-1, Yanmar ViO80-1. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 35Z-1 if...
A common step up from the 2 to 3 tonne diggers for house foundations, utility trenching and landscaping on tight urban sites. Zero tailswing lets it slew close to walls and traffic.
Full 35Z-1 specifications →Buy or hire the ViO80-1 if...
- you want one that has 375kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 4,509kg
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 35Z-1 and the Yanmar ViO80-1?
The Yanmar ViO80-1 has 375kW more power and is the bigger machine by 4,509kg. The JCB 35Z-1 is a 3.5 tonne zero-tailswing mini excavator; the Yanmar ViO80-1 is a 8 tonne zero-tail midi excavator.
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