Head to head
JCB STH-2S5 Swivel vs Yanmar ViO26-6
The JCB STH-2S5 Swivel has 3kW more power. The Yanmar ViO26-6 is the bigger machine by 170kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the JCB STH-2S5 Swivel has 3kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Yanmar ViO26-6 is the bigger machine by 170kg.
Specifications side by side
| JCB STH-2S5 Swivel | Yanmar ViO26-6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2,390kg | 2,560kg (canopy) / 2,665kg (cab) |
| Engine power | 18.9kW | 15.8kW / 21.5HP at 2,500rpm |
| Skip capacity | 1,615 litres (heaped) | - |
| Engine | - | Yanmar 3TNV76-NBVA1 diesel |
| Max digging depth | - | 2,490mm (standard arm), 2,740mm (long arm) |
| Digging force | - | 24.5kN (bucket) |
Sources: JCB STH-2S5 Swivel, Yanmar ViO26-6. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the STH-2S5 Swivel if...
- you want one that has 3kW more power
A compact swivel dumper for smaller groundworks and landscaping contractors who need to tip to the side without repositioning, popular on domestic extension and garden sites where access is tight.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Buy or hire the ViO26-6 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 170kg
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 STH-2S5 Swivel and the Yanmar ViO26-6?
The JCB STH-2S5 Swivel has 3kW more power. The Yanmar ViO26-6 is the bigger machine by 170kg. The JCB STH-2S5 Swivel is a 3 tonne swivel-skip site dumper; the Yanmar ViO26-6 is a zero-tailswing mini excavator.
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