Head to head
JCB 3T-2 vs Yanmar ViO26-6
The JCB 3T-2 has 3kW more power. The Yanmar ViO26-6 is the bigger machine by 215kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the JCB 3T-2 has 3kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Yanmar ViO26-6 is the bigger machine by 215kg.
Specifications side by side
| JCB 3T-2 | Yanmar ViO26-6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2345 kg | 2,560kg (canopy) / 2,665kg (cab) |
| Engine power | 18.9 kW | 15.8kW / 21.5HP at 2,500rpm |
| Payload | 3000 kg | - |
| Engine | - | Yanmar 3TNV76-NBVA1 diesel |
| Max digging depth | - | 2,490mm (standard arm), 2,740mm (long arm) |
| Digging force | - | 24.5kN (bucket) |
Sources: JCB 3T-2, Yanmar ViO26-6. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 3T-2 if...
- you want one that has 3kW more power
A mid-size site dumper for moving spoil, aggregate and concrete on building and landscaping sites. Common on hire fleets for groundworks where a 1 tonne or 6 tonne machine is the wrong size.
Full 3T-2 specifications →Buy or hire the ViO26-6 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 215kg
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 3T-2 and the Yanmar ViO26-6?
The JCB 3T-2 has 3kW more power. The Yanmar ViO26-6 is the bigger machine by 215kg. The JCB 3T-2 is a 3 tonne payload site dumper with front or swivel tip; the Yanmar ViO26-6 is a zero-tailswing mini excavator.
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