Head to head
MTS Dino 12 vs Yanmar ViO26-6
The MTS Dino 12 has 184kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the MTS Dino 12 has 184kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| MTS Dino 12 | Yanmar ViO26-6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 200 kW (twin fan system) | 15.8kW / 21.5HP at 2,500rpm |
| Tank capacity | 12 m3 | - |
| Suction hose diameter | 250mm | - |
| Chassis | 8x4, 32 tonne | - |
| Operating weight | - | 2,560kg (canopy) / 2,665kg (cab) |
| Engine | - | Yanmar 3TNV76-NBVA1 diesel |
| Max digging depth | - | 2,490mm (standard arm), 2,740mm (long arm) |
| Digging force | - | 24.5kN (bucket) |
Sources: MTS Dino 12, Yanmar ViO26-6. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Dino 12 if...
- you want one that has 184kW more power
The Dino 12 suits contractors handling bigger vacuum excavation jobs, such as trial holes on major utility works, where its 8x4 chassis and twin-fan system give more continuous suction power than a smaller van-mounted unit. It is aimed at hire fleets serving highways and utility contractors rather than small domestic drainage jobs.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
- McFen Plant Hire - London
Buy or hire the ViO26-6 if...
A 2.6-tonne zero-tailswing mini digger widely used by plant hire firms for groundwork in tight spaces such as gardens and driveways, where its lack of rear overhang keeps it clear of walls and fences while slewing.
Listed by
- Red Plant Sales Ltd - Colchester, Frating
Common questions
What is the difference between the MTS Dino 12 and the Yanmar ViO26-6?
The MTS Dino 12 has 184kW more power. The MTS Dino 12 is a a larger truck-mounted suction excavator from MTS, built on an 8x4 32-tonne chassis for heavier vacuum excavation work.; the Yanmar ViO26-6 is a zero-tailswing mini excavator.
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