Head to head
Mecalac 6MCR vs Yanmar ViO38-6
The Mecalac 6MCR has 535kW more power and is the bigger machine by 2,125kg.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Mecalac 6MCR has 535kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Mecalac 6MCR is the bigger machine by 2,125kg.
Specifications side by side
| Mecalac 6MCR | Yanmar ViO38-6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 5700 kg (12,600 lb) / 6100 kg (13,500 lb) | 3575 kg (canopy) / 3695 kg (cabin) |
| Engine power | 55,4 kW | 18.9 kW / 25.3 HP at 2200 rpm |
| Tail swing radius | 1170 mm | - |
| Travel speed | 10 km/h | - |
| Dig depth | - | 3290 mm / 3530mm* |
Sources: Mecalac 6MCR, Yanmar ViO38-6. 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 535kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 2,125kg
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 ViO38-6 if...
A mid-size mini excavator for drainage, foundations and utility work where a 3 to 4 tonne machine is wanted with a short rear swing. Contractors and hire fleets use it on housing plots and roadside trenching.
Full ViO38-6 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Mecalac 6MCR and the Yanmar ViO38-6?
The Mecalac 6MCR has 535kW more power and is the bigger machine by 2,125kg. The Mecalac 6MCR is a 6 tonne crawler skid-excavator with compact tail swing; the Yanmar ViO38-6 is a 3.8 tonne zero tailswing mini excavator.
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