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Wacker Neuson EZ26 vs Yanmar ViO26-6

The Yanmar ViO26-6 has 1kW more power.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Wacker Neuson EZ26
Wacker Neuson EZ26 - image: wackerneuson.co.uk
ViO26-6
Yanmar ViO26-6

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Wacker Neuson EZ26Yanmar ViO26-6
Operating weight2,455 to 3,358 kg2,560kg (canopy) / 2,665kg (cab)
Engine power14.6 kW15.8kW / 21.5HP at 2,500rpm
Breakout force22.6 kN-
Length4,199 mm-
Dig depth2,803 mm-
Width1,550 mm-
Height2,412 mm-
Engine-Yanmar 3TNV76-NBVA1 diesel
Max digging depth-2,490mm (standard arm), 2,740mm (long arm)
Digging force-24.5kN (bucket)

Sources: Wacker Neuson EZ26, Yanmar ViO26-6. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the EZ26 if...

A step up for bigger footings, groundworks and landscaping. At 2.5 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 2,803 mm. Zero tail swing means the back of the machine stays inside the tracks when it slews, so it can work tight against a wall or in one lane of a road.

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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.

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Common questions

What is the difference between the Wacker Neuson EZ26 and the Yanmar ViO26-6?

The Yanmar ViO26-6 has 1kW more power. The Wacker Neuson EZ26 is a 2.5 to 3 tonne class mini excavator, zero tail swing; the Yanmar ViO26-6 is a zero-tailswing mini excavator.

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