Head to head
Kubota U10-5 vs Yanmar ViO23-6
The Kubota U10-5 is a 1.5 tonne class mini excavator. The Yanmar ViO23-6 is a 2.3 tonne zero tailswing mini excavator.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Specifications side by side
| Kubota U10-5 | Yanmar ViO23-6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Dig depth | 1800mm | 2450 / 2655 mm |
| Operating weight | - | 2245 kg (Canopy) / 2405 kg (Cabin) |
| Engine power | - | 14.6 kW at 2400 rpm |
Sources: Kubota U10-5, Yanmar ViO23-6. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the U10-5 if...
The 1.5 tonne class is the busiest size in UK hire fleets. In this size it digs to 1800mm for footings, drainage runs and fence posts.
Listed by
- Standard Plant Hire - Keston
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 U10-5 and the Yanmar ViO23-6?
The Kubota U10-5 is a 1.5 tonne class mini excavator; the Yanmar ViO23-6 is a 2.3 tonne zero tailswing mini excavator.
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