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Manitou MT933 vs Yanmar ViO26-6

The Manitou MT933 is the bigger machine by 4,585kg.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Manitou MT933
Manitou MT933 - image: morrisleslie.com
ViO26-6
Yanmar ViO26-6

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Manitou MT933Yanmar ViO26-6
Operating weight7,145kg2,560kg (canopy) / 2,665kg (cab)
Max lift capacity3,300kg-
Max lift height9.07m-
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: Manitou MT933, Yanmar ViO26-6. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the MT933 if...

  • you want one that is the bigger machine by 4,585kg

A mid-size yard telehandler for builders' merchants and construction contractors lifting blocks, pallets and small plant to first or second floor height. Sits in Manitou's compact-to-mid telehandler range rather than the high-reach agricultural end.

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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.

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Full ViO26-6 specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Manitou MT933 and the Yanmar ViO26-6?

The Manitou MT933 is the bigger machine by 4,585kg. The Manitou MT933 is a 3.3 tonne, 9 metre telescopic handler; the Yanmar ViO26-6 is a zero-tailswing mini excavator.

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