Head to head
Kubota KX71-3 vs Yanmar ViO26-6
The Kubota KX71-3 is the bigger machine by 3,990kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Kubota KX71-3 is the bigger machine by 3,990kg.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota KX71-3 | Yanmar ViO26-6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | approx. 6,550lb (2,970kg) | 2,560kg (canopy) / 2,665kg (cab) |
| Length | 14ft 11in | - |
| Width | 4ft 11in | - |
| Engine power | - | 15.8kW / 21.5HP at 2,500rpm |
| Engine | - | Yanmar 3TNV76-NBVA1 diesel |
| Max digging depth | - | 2,490mm (standard arm), 2,740mm (long arm) |
| Digging force | - | 24.5kN (bucket) |
Sources: Kubota KX71-3, Yanmar ViO26-6. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the KX71-3 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 3,990kg
A sub-3 tonne mini excavator for small groundworks, drainage and garden digging jobs. It is a size class widely hired by landscapers and general builders for work too small to justify a larger machine.
Listed by
- Red Plant Sales Ltd - Colchester, Frating
Buy or hire the ViO26-6 if...
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 Kubota KX71-3 and the Yanmar ViO26-6?
The Kubota KX71-3 is the bigger machine by 3,990kg. The Kubota KX71-3 is a mini excavator; the Yanmar ViO26-6 is a zero-tailswing mini excavator.
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