Head to head
JCB 525-60 vs Yanmar ViO80-1
The Yanmar ViO80-1 has 338kW more power and is the bigger machine by 2,575kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Yanmar ViO80-1 has 338kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Yanmar ViO80-1 is the bigger machine by 2,575kg.
Specifications side by side
| JCB 525-60 | Yanmar ViO80-1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 55 kW | 39,3 kW / 53,5 HP at 1900 rpm |
| Operating weight | 5490 kg | 8065 kg |
| Max. Lift Capacity | 2500 kg | - |
| Max. Lift Height | 6 m | - |
| Max. Reach | 3.06 m | - |
| Breakout force | - | 63,5 kN |
| Fuel tank | - | 115 l |
Sources: JCB 525-60, Yanmar ViO80-1. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 525-60 if...
A compact telehandler for builders, roofers and merchants lifting pallets and materials on housing and refurbishment sites, and for yard and farm loading. Its low height and narrow width suit restricted access.
Full 525-60 specifications →Buy or hire the ViO80-1 if...
- you want one that has 338kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 2,575kg
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 525-60 and the Yanmar ViO80-1?
The Yanmar ViO80-1 has 338kW more power and is the bigger machine by 2,575kg. The JCB 525-60 is a 2.5 tonne, 6 m compact telehandler; the Yanmar ViO80-1 is a 8 tonne zero-tail midi excavator.
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