Head to head
Mecalac 6MCR vs Yanmar ViO80-1
The Yanmar ViO80-1 is the bigger machine by 2,365kg. The Mecalac 6MCR has 161kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Yanmar ViO80-1 is the bigger machine by 2,365kg.
- Engine power: the Mecalac 6MCR has 161kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Mecalac 6MCR | Yanmar ViO80-1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 5700 kg (12,600 lb) / 6100 kg (13,500 lb) | 8065 kg |
| Engine power | 55,4 kW | 39,3 kW / 53,5 HP at 1900 rpm |
| Tail swing radius | 1170 mm | - |
| Travel speed | 10 km/h | - |
| Breakout force | - | 63,5 kN |
| Fuel tank | - | 115 l |
Sources: Mecalac 6MCR, Yanmar ViO80-1. 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 161kW more power
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 ViO80-1 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 2,365kg
An 8 tonne zero-tail swing midi excavator for civils, utilities and roadworks contractors working in restricted space or alongside live traffic. Used for deeper trenching, pipe laying and loading.
Full ViO80-1 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Mecalac 6MCR and the Yanmar ViO80-1?
The Yanmar ViO80-1 is the bigger machine by 2,365kg. The Mecalac 6MCR has 161kW more power. The Mecalac 6MCR is a 6 tonne crawler skid-excavator with compact tail swing; the Yanmar ViO80-1 is a 8 tonne zero-tail midi excavator.
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