Head to head
Kubota KX060-5 vs Yanmar ViO23-6
The Kubota KX060-5 has 33kW more power and is the bigger machine by 3,196kg.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Kubota KX060-5 has 33kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Kubota KX060-5 is the bigger machine by 3,196kg.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota KX060-5 | Yanmar ViO23-6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 5441 kg | 2245 kg (Canopy) / 2405 kg (Cabin) |
| Dig depth | 3875 mm | 2450 / 2655 mm |
| Engine power | 47.6 kw | 14.6 kW at 2400 rpm |
| Width | 1960 mm | - |
Sources: Kubota KX060-5, Yanmar ViO23-6. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the KX060-5 if...
- you want one that has 33kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 3,196kg
A 5 tonne class digger for groundworks and civils contractors on deeper trenching, pipe laying and loading, and a common step up from 3 to 4 tonne hire machines.
Full KX060-5 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 KX060-5 and the Yanmar ViO23-6?
The Kubota KX060-5 has 33kW more power and is the bigger machine by 3,196kg. The Kubota KX060-5 is a 5 tonne class mini excavator; the Yanmar ViO23-6 is a 2.3 tonne zero tailswing mini excavator.
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