Head to head
John Deere 6170R vs Yanmar ViO20-6
The John Deere 6170R has 110kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the John Deere 6170R has 110kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| John Deere 6170R | Yanmar ViO20-6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 125kW (170hp) | 15.0 kW (20.1 hp) at 2,400 rpm |
| Operating weight | - | 2,125 kg (4,685 lb) (rubber track, canopy) |
| Dig depth | - | 2,410 mm (94.9 in) (blade down) |
| Overall width | - | 1,380 mm (54.3 in) |
Sources: John Deere 6170R, Yanmar ViO20-6. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 6170R if...
- you want one that has 110kW more power
A mid-size utility tractor used on plant-hire fleets for towing plant trailers, running PTO-driven attachments and general groundwork traction where a dedicated construction tractor unit isn't justified. Suits contractors who need towing capacity rather than pure horsepower.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Buy or hire the ViO20-6 if...
The Yanmar ViO20-6 steps up from the ViO17 into the roughly 2 tonne mini excavator class, still with Yanmar's true zero tail swing geometry for working in confined spaces. It competes with the Caterpillar 301.7 CR and similarly sized Kubota and Takeuchi machines for UK groundworks and utility hire jobs. Its fixed rather than variable undercarriage keeps the design simpler than some rivals, at the cost of not being able to narrow down for transport.
Full ViO20-6 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the John Deere 6170R and the Yanmar ViO20-6?
The John Deere 6170R has 110kW more power. The John Deere 6170R is a 170hp agricultural tractor; the Yanmar ViO20-6 is a a 2.0-2.1 tonne true zero tail swing mini excavator.
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