Head to head
Mecalac 6MCR vs Yanmar ViO23-6
The Mecalac 6MCR has 539kW more power and is the bigger machine by 3,455kg.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Mecalac 6MCR has 539kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Mecalac 6MCR is the bigger machine by 3,455kg.
Specifications side by side
| Mecalac 6MCR | Yanmar ViO23-6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 5700 kg (12,600 lb) / 6100 kg (13,500 lb) | 2245 kg (Canopy) / 2405 kg (Cabin) |
| Engine power | 55,4 kW | 14.6 kW at 2400 rpm |
| Tail swing radius | 1170 mm | - |
| Travel speed | 10 km/h | - |
| Dig depth | - | 2450 / 2655 mm |
Sources: Mecalac 6MCR, Yanmar ViO23-6. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 6MCR if...
- you want one that has 539kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 3,455kg
A compact crawler excavator for utility trenching, landscaping and work between buildings where a 2 tonne class footprint is needed with 6 tonne digging performance. Used by groundworks and utility contractors on tight UK sites.
Full 6MCR 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 Mecalac 6MCR and the Yanmar ViO23-6?
The Mecalac 6MCR has 539kW more power and is the bigger machine by 3,455kg. The Mecalac 6MCR is a 6 tonne crawler skid-excavator with compact tail swing; the Yanmar ViO23-6 is a 2.3 tonne zero tailswing mini excavator.
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