Head to head
Takeuchi TB225 vs Yanmar ViO26-6
The Yanmar ViO26-6 is the bigger machine by 160kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Yanmar ViO26-6 is the bigger machine by 160kg.
Specifications side by side
| Takeuchi TB225 | Yanmar ViO26-6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2400 kg | 2,560kg (canopy) / 2,665kg (cab) |
| Dig depth | 2580 mm | - |
| Dump height | 2875 mm | - |
| Breakout force | 19.3 kN | - |
| 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: Takeuchi TB225, Yanmar ViO26-6. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the TB225 if...
A towable 2 to 2.5 tonne digger for hire fleets, groundworkers and landscapers on drainage, small foundations and garden work. The extendable track frame lets it pass through narrow gaps and then widen for stability.
Full TB225 specifications →Buy or hire the ViO26-6 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 160kg
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 Takeuchi TB225 and the Yanmar ViO26-6?
The Yanmar ViO26-6 is the bigger machine by 160kg. The Takeuchi TB225 is a 2.4 tonne compact excavator with extendable tracks; the Yanmar ViO26-6 is a zero-tailswing mini excavator.
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