Head to head
Kubota KX030-4 vs Yanmar ViO23-6
The Kubota KX030-4 is the bigger machine by 545kg and has 3kW more power.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Kubota KX030-4 is the bigger machine by 545kg.
- Engine power: the Kubota KX030-4 has 3kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota KX030-4 | Yanmar ViO23-6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2790 kg | 2245 kg (Canopy) / 2405 kg (Cabin) |
| Dig depth | 2870 mm | 2450 / 2655 mm |
| Engine power | 17.7 kw | 14.6 kW at 2400 rpm |
| Width | 1500 mm | - |
Sources: Kubota KX030-4, Yanmar ViO23-6. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the KX030-4 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 545kg
- you want one that has 3kW more power
A 3 tonne class digger for hire fleets, groundworkers and landscapers on trenching, drainage and foundation work in confined spaces. The reduced overhang helps on tight sites.
Full KX030-4 specifications →Buy or hire the ViO23-6 if...
A compact mini excavator that keeps within its track width when slewing, used by landscapers, groundworkers and hire fleets for work beside walls, fences and buildings. It can be moved on a trailer behind a pickup or van.
Full ViO23-6 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Kubota KX030-4 and the Yanmar ViO23-6?
The Kubota KX030-4 is the bigger machine by 545kg and has 3kW more power. The Kubota KX030-4 is a 2.8 tonne class mini excavator; the Yanmar ViO23-6 is a 2.3 tonne zero tailswing mini excavator.
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