Head to head
SANY SY26U vs Yanmar ViO26-6
The Yanmar ViO26-6 has 1kW more power. The SANY SY26U is the bigger machine by 100kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Yanmar ViO26-6 has 1kW more power.
- Operating weight: the SANY SY26U is the bigger machine by 100kg.
Specifications side by side
| SANY SY26U | Yanmar ViO26-6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2,660 kg | 2,560kg (canopy) / 2,665kg (cab) |
| Engine power | 14.6 kW at 2,400 rpm | 15.8kW / 21.5HP at 2,500rpm |
| Dig depth | 2,810 mm | - |
| Transport width | 1,550 mm | - |
| Engine | - | Yanmar 3TNV76-NBVA1 diesel |
| Max digging depth | - | 2,490mm (standard arm), 2,740mm (long arm) |
| Digging force | - | 24.5kN (bucket) |
Sources: SANY SY26U, Yanmar ViO26-6. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the SY26U if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 100kg
The SANY SY26U is a 2.6 tonne mini excavator positioned as a value alternative to the established Kubota, JCB and Takeuchi machines in the same size class, sold in the UK through a small number of appointed dealers. SANY's UK presence is newer and thinner than the market leaders, so buyers weigh the lower purchase price against a less mature parts and resale network. It is more often bought outright by owner-operators than stocked in volume by the large national hire fleets.
Full SY26U specifications →Buy or hire the ViO26-6 if...
- you want one that has 1kW more power
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 SANY SY26U and the Yanmar ViO26-6?
The Yanmar ViO26-6 has 1kW more power. The SANY SY26U is the bigger machine by 100kg. The SANY SY26U is a a 2.6 tonne mini excavator; the Yanmar ViO26-6 is a zero-tailswing mini excavator.
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