Head to head
JCB 86C-2 vs Yanmar ViO26-6
The JCB 86C-2 is the bigger machine by 6,040kg and has 32kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the JCB 86C-2 is the bigger machine by 6,040kg.
- Engine power: the JCB 86C-2 has 32kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| JCB 86C-2 | Yanmar ViO26-6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 8600 kg | 2,560kg (canopy) / 2,665kg (cab) |
| Engine power | 48 kW | 15.8kW / 21.5HP at 2,500rpm |
| Dig depth | 4.52 m | - |
| Dump height | 5.39 m | - |
| Engine | - | Yanmar 3TNV76-NBVA1 diesel |
| Max digging depth | - | 2,490mm (standard arm), 2,740mm (long arm) |
| Digging force | - | 24.5kN (bucket) |
Sources: JCB 86C-2, Yanmar ViO26-6. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 86C-2 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 6,040kg
- you want one that has 32kW more power
Used by groundworks and civils contractors for deeper trenching, pipe laying and loading on housing and utility sites. Hire fleets stock it as the step between mini diggers and full-size excavators.
Full 86C-2 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 86C-2 and the Yanmar ViO26-6?
The JCB 86C-2 is the bigger machine by 6,040kg and has 32kW more power. The JCB 86C-2 is a 8.6 tonne conventional-tailswing midi excavator; the Yanmar ViO26-6 is a zero-tailswing mini excavator.
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