Head to head
Takeuchi TB260 vs Yanmar ViO26-6
The Takeuchi TB260 is the bigger machine by 3,175kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Takeuchi TB260 is the bigger machine by 3,175kg.
Specifications side by side
| Takeuchi TB260 | Yanmar ViO26-6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 5735 kg | 2,560kg (canopy) / 2,665kg (cab) |
| Dig depth | 3895 mm | - |
| Dump height | 4220 mm | - |
| Breakout force | 43.2 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 TB260, Yanmar ViO26-6. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the TB260 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 3,175kg
A 6 tonne class digger used by groundworks, drainage and civils contractors for deeper trenches, pipe laying and loading lorries. Hire fleets stock it as the step up from 3 to 4 tonne machines.
Full TB260 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 Takeuchi TB260 and the Yanmar ViO26-6?
The Takeuchi TB260 is the bigger machine by 3,175kg. The Takeuchi TB260 is a 5.7 tonne compact excavator; the Yanmar ViO26-6 is a zero-tailswing mini excavator.
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