Head to head
Niftylift HR15 4x4 vs Yanmar ViO26-6
The Niftylift HR15 4x4 is the bigger machine by 1,940kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Niftylift HR15 4x4 is the bigger machine by 1,940kg.
Specifications side by side
| Niftylift HR15 4x4 | Yanmar ViO26-6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 4,500kg diesel, 4,800kg hybrid, stated as minimum | 2,560kg (canopy) / 2,665kg (cab) |
| Working height | 15.7m (51ft 6in) | - |
| Working outreach | 9.4m (31ft) | - |
| Platform capacity | 225kg | - |
| Engine power | - | 15.8kW / 21.5HP at 2,500rpm |
| Engine | - | Yanmar 3TNV76-NBVA1 diesel |
| Max digging depth | - | 2,490mm (standard arm), 2,740mm (long arm) |
| Digging force | - | 24.5kN (bucket) |
Sources: Niftylift HR15 4x4, Yanmar ViO26-6. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the HR15 4x4 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 1,940kg
A British-built boom lift favoured by hire fleets for its narrow 2m width and tight turning circle, which let it reach working heights that normally require a much larger machine on a more constrained site. The flexible boom design allows working up and over obstacles.
Full HR15 4x4 specifications →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 Niftylift HR15 4x4 and the Yanmar ViO26-6?
The Niftylift HR15 4x4 is the bigger machine by 1,940kg. The Niftylift HR15 4x4 is a self-propelled articulating boom lift; the Yanmar ViO26-6 is a zero-tailswing mini excavator.
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