Head to head
MTS Dino 5 vs Yanmar ViO20-6
The MTS Dino 5 has 315kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the MTS Dino 5 has 315kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| MTS Dino 5 | Yanmar ViO20-6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 330 kW (triple fan system) | 15.0 kW (20.1 hp) at 2,400 rpm |
| Tank capacity | 12 m3 | - |
| Suction hose diameter | 250mm | - |
| Operating weight | - | 2,125 kg (4,685 lb) (rubber track, canopy) |
| Dig depth | - | 2,410 mm (94.9 in) (blade down) |
| Overall width | - | 1,380 mm (54.3 in) |
Sources: MTS Dino 5, Yanmar ViO20-6. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Dino 5 if...
- you want one that has 315kW more power
The Dino 5 suits utility and drainage contractors who need to expose buried pipes and cables without a digger, using suction rather than a bucket to avoid damaging services. Its triple-fan system is built for contractors who need strong continuous suction on site rather than the largest tank on offer.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Buy or hire the ViO20-6 if...
The Yanmar ViO20-6 steps up from the ViO17 into the roughly 2 tonne mini excavator class, still with Yanmar's true zero tail swing geometry for working in confined spaces. It competes with the Caterpillar 301.7 CR and similarly sized Kubota and Takeuchi machines for UK groundworks and utility hire jobs. Its fixed rather than variable undercarriage keeps the design simpler than some rivals, at the cost of not being able to narrow down for transport.
Full ViO20-6 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the MTS Dino 5 and the Yanmar ViO20-6?
The MTS Dino 5 has 315kW more power. The MTS Dino 5 is a a truck-mounted suction excavator from German manufacturer MTS, part of its Dino range for vacuum excavation and drainage work.; the Yanmar ViO20-6 is a a 2.0-2.1 tonne true zero tail swing mini excavator.
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