Head to head
Kubota KX060-5 vs Yanmar ViO80-1
The Yanmar ViO80-1 has 345kW more power and is the bigger machine by 2,624kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Yanmar ViO80-1 has 345kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Yanmar ViO80-1 is the bigger machine by 2,624kg.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota KX060-5 | Yanmar ViO80-1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 5441 kg | 8065 kg |
| Engine power | 47.6 kw | 39,3 kW / 53,5 HP at 1900 rpm |
| Dig depth | 3875 mm | - |
| Width | 1960 mm | - |
| Breakout force | - | 63,5 kN |
| Fuel tank | - | 115 l |
Sources: Kubota KX060-5, Yanmar ViO80-1. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the KX060-5 if...
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 ViO80-1 if...
- you want one that has 345kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 2,624kg
An 8 tonne zero-tail swing midi excavator for civils, utilities and roadworks contractors working in restricted space or alongside live traffic. Used for deeper trenching, pipe laying and loading.
Full ViO80-1 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Kubota KX060-5 and the Yanmar ViO80-1?
The Yanmar ViO80-1 has 345kW more power and is the bigger machine by 2,624kg. The Kubota KX060-5 is a 5 tonne class mini excavator; the Yanmar ViO80-1 is a 8 tonne zero-tail midi excavator.
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