Head to head
Yanmar SV17VT vs Yanmar ViO38-6
The Yanmar SV17VT has 94kW more power. The Yanmar ViO38-6 is the bigger machine by 1,875kg.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Yanmar SV17VT has 94kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Yanmar ViO38-6 is the bigger machine by 1,875kg.
Specifications side by side
| Yanmar SV17VT | Yanmar ViO38-6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1700 kg (canopy) / 1790 kg (cabin) | 3575 kg (canopy) / 3695 kg (cabin) |
| Engine power | 11,3 kW (at 2400 rpm) | 18.9 kW / 25.3 HP at 2200 rpm |
| Breakout force | 16 kN | - |
| Fuel tank | 27 l | - |
| Dig depth | - | 3290 mm / 3530mm* |
Sources: Yanmar SV17VT, Yanmar ViO38-6. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the SV17VT if...
- you want one that has 94kW more power
A small digger for hire fleets, landscapers and builders on garden work, drainage and small trenches. Light enough to move on a trailer behind a pickup or van.
Full SV17VT specifications →Buy or hire the ViO38-6 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 1,875kg
A mid-size mini excavator for drainage, foundations and utility work where a 3 to 4 tonne machine is wanted with a short rear swing. Contractors and hire fleets use it on housing plots and roadside trenching.
Full ViO38-6 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Yanmar SV17VT and the Yanmar ViO38-6?
The Yanmar SV17VT has 94kW more power. The Yanmar ViO38-6 is the bigger machine by 1,875kg. The Yanmar SV17VT is a 1.7 tonne conventional-tail mini excavator; the Yanmar ViO38-6 is a 3.8 tonne zero tailswing mini excavator.
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