Head to head
JCB 9T-2 vs Yanmar ViO26-6
The JCB 9T-2 has 39kW more power and is the bigger machine by 2,840kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the JCB 9T-2 has 39kW more power.
- Operating weight: the JCB 9T-2 is the bigger machine by 2,840kg.
Specifications side by side
| JCB 9T-2 | Yanmar ViO26-6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 5,400kg | 2,560kg (canopy) / 2,665kg (cab) |
| Engine power | 55kW (74hp) | 15.8kW / 21.5HP at 2,500rpm |
| Payload | 9,000kg | - |
| Engine | - | Yanmar 3TNV76-NBVA1 diesel |
| Max digging depth | - | 2,490mm (standard arm), 2,740mm (long arm) |
| Digging force | - | 24.5kN (bucket) |
Sources: JCB 9T-2, Yanmar ViO26-6. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 9T-2 if...
- you want one that has 39kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 2,840kg
A high-capacity straight-tip dumper for groundworks and civils contractors moving large volumes of spoil or aggregate on bigger sites, where a smaller dumper would mean too many trips. Requires an operator holding the appropriate site dumper category.
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 9T-2 and the Yanmar ViO26-6?
The JCB 9T-2 has 39kW more power and is the bigger machine by 2,840kg. The JCB 9T-2 is a 9 tonne payload site dumper; the Yanmar ViO26-6 is a zero-tailswing mini excavator.
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