Head to head
JCB 3CX Compact vs Yanmar ViO26-6
The JCB 3CX Compact has 39kW more power and is the bigger machine by 3,510kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the JCB 3CX Compact has 39kW more power.
- Operating weight: the JCB 3CX Compact is the bigger machine by 3,510kg.
Specifications side by side
| JCB 3CX Compact | Yanmar ViO26-6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 6070 kg | 2,560kg (canopy) / 2,665kg (cab) |
| Engine power | 55 kW | 15.8kW / 21.5HP at 2,500rpm |
| Dig depth | 5 m | - |
| Travel Speed | 40 kph | - |
| Engine | - | Yanmar 3TNV76-NBVA1 diesel |
| Max digging depth | - | 2,490mm (standard arm), 2,740mm (long arm) |
| Digging force | - | 24.5kN (bucket) |
Sources: JCB 3CX Compact, Yanmar ViO26-6. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 3CX Compact if...
- you want one that has 39kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 3,510kg
Aimed at utility, highways and town-centre work where a full-size backhoe will not fit. Used for trenching, loading and breaking out on narrow roads, estates and tight sites.
Full 3CX Compact specifications →Buy or hire the ViO26-6 if...
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 3CX Compact and the Yanmar ViO26-6?
The JCB 3CX Compact has 39kW more power and is the bigger machine by 3,510kg. The JCB 3CX Compact is a compact backhoe loader about 2 m wide; the Yanmar ViO26-6 is a zero-tailswing mini excavator.
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