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Wacker Neuson ET20 vs Yanmar ViO57-6B

The Yanmar ViO57-6B has 321kW more power.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Wacker Neuson ET20
Wacker Neuson ET20 - image: wackerneuson.co.uk
Yanmar ViO57-6B
Yanmar ViO57-6B - image: Field & Forest Machinery Ltd

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Wacker Neuson ET20Yanmar ViO57-6B
Breakout force18.8 kN41,9 kN
Operating weight2,005 to 2,526 kg5485 kg
Engine power13.8 kW33,5 kW (at 2200 rpm)
Length4,049 mm-
Dig depth2,683 mm-
Width990 mm-
Height2,385 mm-
Fuel tank-66 l

Sources: Wacker Neuson ET20, Yanmar ViO57-6B. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the ET20 if...

A step up for bigger footings, groundworks and landscaping. At 2.0 tonnes it needs a 3.5 tonne plant trailer and a tow vehicle rated for the combined weight, or delivery on a lorry. Maximum dig depth is 2,683 mm.

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Buy or hire the ViO57-6B if...

  • you want one that has 321kW more power

A 5 to 6 tonne zero-tail swing digger for civils and groundworks contractors on deeper trenching, pipe laying and loading. Hire fleets use it where space is tight but a bigger machine is needed.

Full ViO57-6B specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Wacker Neuson ET20 and the Yanmar ViO57-6B?

The Yanmar ViO57-6B has 321kW more power. The Wacker Neuson ET20 is a 2.5 to 3 tonne class mini excavator; the Yanmar ViO57-6B is a 5.5 tonne zero-tail mini excavator.

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