Head to head
MTS Dino 5 vs Yanmar ViO23-6
The MTS Dino 5 has 315kW more power.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the MTS Dino 5 has 315kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| MTS Dino 5 | Yanmar ViO23-6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 330 kW (triple fan system) | 14.6 kW at 2400 rpm |
| Tank capacity | 12 m3 | - |
| Suction hose diameter | 250mm | - |
| Operating weight | - | 2245 kg (Canopy) / 2405 kg (Cabin) |
| Dig depth | - | 2450 / 2655 mm |
Sources: MTS Dino 5, Yanmar ViO23-6. 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 ViO23-6 if...
A compact mini excavator that keeps within its track width when slewing, used by landscapers, groundworkers and hire fleets for work beside walls, fences and buildings. It can be moved on a trailer behind a pickup or van.
Full ViO23-6 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the MTS Dino 5 and the Yanmar ViO23-6?
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 ViO23-6 is a 2.3 tonne zero tailswing mini excavator.
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