Head to head
Mecalac 9MDX vs Yanmar SV17VT
The Mecalac 9MDX has 441kW more power and is the bigger machine by 3,615kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Mecalac 9MDX has 441kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Mecalac 9MDX is the bigger machine by 3,615kg.
Specifications side by side
| Mecalac 9MDX | Yanmar SV17VT | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 5315 kg (11718 lb) to 5715 kg (12600 lb) | 1700 kg (canopy) / 1790 kg (cabin) |
| Engine power | 55,4 kW (74 hp) | 11,3 kW (at 2400 rpm) |
| Payload | 9000 kg | - |
| Travel speed | 25 km/h | - |
| Breakout force | - | 16 kN |
| Fuel tank | - | 27 l |
Sources: Mecalac 9MDX, Yanmar SV17VT. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 9MDX if...
- you want one that has 441kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 3,615kg
A 9 tonne dumper with a fully enclosed ROPS/FOPS cab for bulk earthmoving, civils and road works on UK sites. Available with front tip or swivel skip.
Full 9MDX specifications →Buy or hire the SV17VT if...
A small digger for hire fleets, landscapers and builders on garden work, drainage and small trenches. Light enough to move on a trailer behind a pickup or van.
Full SV17VT specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Mecalac 9MDX and the Yanmar SV17VT?
The Mecalac 9MDX has 441kW more power and is the bigger machine by 3,615kg. The Mecalac 9MDX is a 9 tonne cabbed site dumper; the Yanmar SV17VT is a 1.7 tonne conventional-tail mini excavator.
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