Head to head
Yanmar SV17VT vs Yanmar ViO80-1
The Yanmar ViO80-1 is the bigger machine by 6,365kg and has 280kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Yanmar ViO80-1 is the bigger machine by 6,365kg.
- Engine power: the Yanmar ViO80-1 has 280kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Yanmar SV17VT | Yanmar ViO80-1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1700 kg (canopy) / 1790 kg (cabin) | 8065 kg |
| Engine power | 11,3 kW (at 2400 rpm) | 39,3 kW / 53,5 HP at 1900 rpm |
| Breakout force | 16 kN | 63,5 kN |
| Fuel tank | 27 l | 115 l |
Sources: Yanmar SV17VT, Yanmar ViO80-1. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the SV17VT if...
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 ViO80-1 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 6,365kg
- you want one that has 280kW more power
An 8 tonne zero-tail swing midi excavator for civils, utilities and roadworks contractors working in restricted space or alongside live traffic. Used for deeper trenching, pipe laying and loading.
Full ViO80-1 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Yanmar SV17VT and the Yanmar ViO80-1?
The Yanmar ViO80-1 is the bigger machine by 6,365kg and has 280kW more power. The Yanmar SV17VT is a 1.7 tonne conventional-tail mini excavator; the Yanmar ViO80-1 is a 8 tonne zero-tail midi excavator.
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