Head to head
Kubota U36-4 vs Yanmar ViO23-6
The Kubota U36-4 is the bigger machine by 1,510kg and has 3kW more power.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Kubota U36-4 is the bigger machine by 1,510kg.
- Engine power: the Kubota U36-4 has 3kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota U36-4 | Yanmar ViO23-6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 3755 kg | 2245 kg (Canopy) / 2405 kg (Cabin) |
| Dig depth | 3410 mm | 2450 / 2655 mm |
| Engine power | 17.8 kw | 14.6 kW at 2400 rpm |
| Width | 1700 mm | - |
Sources: Kubota U36-4, Yanmar ViO23-6. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the U36-4 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 1,510kg
- you want one that has 3kW more power
A zero-tail swing digger for builders, utility firms and hire fleets working beside walls, fences and live traffic. Common for trenching, foundations and drainage on urban sites.
Full U36-4 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 U36-4 and the Yanmar ViO23-6?
The Kubota U36-4 is the bigger machine by 1,510kg and has 3kW more power. The Kubota U36-4 is a 3.5 tonne zero-tail swing compact excavator; the Yanmar ViO23-6 is a 2.3 tonne zero tailswing mini excavator.
GetBrent is an independent directory and is not a dealer for, nor affiliated with, either manufacturer. Model and brand names are the trademarks of their owners.