Head to head
Kubota U36-4 vs Yanmar ViO33-6
The Kubota U36-4 is the bigger machine by 600kg. The Yanmar ViO33-6 has 1kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Kubota U36-4 is the bigger machine by 600kg.
- Engine power: the Yanmar ViO33-6 has 1kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota U36-4 | Yanmar ViO33-6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 3755 kg | 3155 kg (canopy) / 3275 kg (cabin) |
| Engine power | 17.8 kw | 18.5 kW / 24.8 HP at 2200 rpm |
| Dig depth | 3410 mm | - |
| Width | 1700 mm | - |
| Breakout force | - | 29.9 kN |
| Fuel tank | - | 41 l |
Sources: Kubota U36-4, Yanmar ViO33-6. 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 600kg
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 ViO33-6 if...
- you want one that has 1kW more power
A zero-tail swing digger for groundworkers, utility contractors and hire fleets on trenching, drainage and foundations beside walls and fences. Suits urban sites with limited space.
Full ViO33-6 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Kubota U36-4 and the Yanmar ViO33-6?
The Kubota U36-4 is the bigger machine by 600kg. The Yanmar ViO33-6 has 1kW more power. The Kubota U36-4 is a 3.5 tonne zero-tail swing compact excavator; the Yanmar ViO33-6 is a 3.2 tonne zero-tail mini excavator.
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