Head to head
Mecalac TA6 vs Yanmar ViO33-6
The Mecalac TA6 has 37kW more power and is the bigger machine by 990kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Mecalac TA6 has 37kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Mecalac TA6 is the bigger machine by 990kg.
Specifications side by side
| Mecalac TA6 | Yanmar ViO33-6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 4145 kg (9138 lb) to 4345 kg (9579 lb) | 3155 kg (canopy) / 3275 kg (cabin) |
| Engine power | 55 kW (74hp) | 18.5 kW / 24.8 HP at 2200 rpm |
| Payload | 6000 kg | - |
| Travel speed | 25 km/h | - |
| Breakout force | - | 29.9 kN |
| Fuel tank | - | 41 l |
Sources: Mecalac TA6, Yanmar ViO33-6. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the TA6 if...
- you want one that has 37kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 990kg
A 6 tonne site dumper for groundworks, drainage and general site haulage on UK sites, with a choice of front or swivel skip. It has a foldable ROPS bar with side protection gates.
Full TA6 specifications →Buy or hire the ViO33-6 if...
A zero-tail swing digger for groundworkers, utility contractors and hire fleets on trenching, drainage and foundations beside walls and fences. Suits urban sites with limited space.
Full ViO33-6 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Mecalac TA6 and the Yanmar ViO33-6?
The Mecalac TA6 has 37kW more power and is the bigger machine by 990kg. The Mecalac TA6 is a 6 tonne site dumper with straight or swivel skip; the Yanmar ViO33-6 is a 3.2 tonne zero-tail mini excavator.
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