Head to head
Volvo L220H vs Yanmar ViO26-6
The Volvo L220H has 264kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Volvo L220H has 264kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Volvo L220H | Yanmar ViO26-6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 375hp (Volvo D13J, Tier 4f) | 15.8kW / 21.5HP at 2,500rpm |
| Operating weight | 68,780-72,970 lb | 2,560kg (canopy) / 2,665kg (cab) |
| Bucket capacity | 5.6-20.9 yd3 | - |
| Breakout force | 55,075 lbf | - |
| Static tipping load | 46,295 lbs | - |
| Engine | - | Yanmar 3TNV76-NBVA1 diesel |
| Max digging depth | - | 2,490mm (standard arm), 2,740mm (long arm) |
| Digging force | - | 24.5kN (bucket) |
Sources: Volvo L220H, Yanmar ViO26-6. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the L220H if...
- you want one that has 264kW more power
A large production wheel loader for quarries and bulk material handling rather than general building sites. Its wide bucket capacity range lets one machine be set up for anything from aggregates to woodchip, which suits quarry and waste transfer operators.
Listed by
- Eco Plant Hire And Sales Ltd - Peterborough, Whittlesey
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 Volvo L220H and the Yanmar ViO26-6?
The Volvo L220H has 264kW more power. The Volvo L220H is a large wheel loader; the Yanmar ViO26-6 is a zero-tailswing mini excavator.
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