Head to head
JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel vs Yanmar ViO26-6
The JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel is the bigger machine by 2,280kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel is the bigger machine by 2,280kg.
Specifications side by side
| JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel | Yanmar ViO26-6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 4,840kg | 2,560kg (canopy) / 2,665kg (cab) |
| Skip capacity | 3,191 litres (heaped) | - |
| Engine power | - | 15.8kW / 21.5HP at 2,500rpm |
| Engine | - | Yanmar 3TNV76-NBVA1 diesel |
| Max digging depth | - | 2,490mm (standard arm), 2,740mm (long arm) |
| Digging force | - | 24.5kN (bucket) |
Sources: JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel, Yanmar ViO26-6. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 6ST-2S5 Swivel if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 2,280kg
Suits groundworkers who need to tip to the side or rear without turning the whole machine, useful in trenches or narrow access where reversing to line up a straight-tip skip is awkward. The 6 tonne capacity sits in the middle of JCB's swivel dumper range.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
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 6ST-2S5 Swivel and the Yanmar ViO26-6?
The JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel is the bigger machine by 2,280kg. The JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel is a 6 tonne swivel-skip site dumper; the Yanmar ViO26-6 is a zero-tailswing mini excavator.
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