Head to head
Yanmar ViO23-6 vs Yanmar ViO26-6
The Yanmar ViO26-6 is the bigger machine by 315kg and has 1kW more power.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Yanmar ViO26-6 is the bigger machine by 315kg.
- Engine power: the Yanmar ViO26-6 has 1kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Yanmar ViO23-6 | Yanmar ViO26-6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2245 kg (Canopy) / 2405 kg (Cabin) | 2,560kg (canopy) / 2,665kg (cab) |
| Engine power | 14.6 kW at 2400 rpm | 15.8kW / 21.5HP at 2,500rpm |
| Dig depth | 2450 / 2655 mm | - |
| Engine | - | Yanmar 3TNV76-NBVA1 diesel |
| Max digging depth | - | 2,490mm (standard arm), 2,740mm (long arm) |
| Digging force | - | 24.5kN (bucket) |
Sources: Yanmar ViO23-6, Yanmar ViO26-6. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the ViO23-6 if...
A compact mini excavator that keeps within its track width when slewing, used by landscapers, groundworkers and hire fleets for work beside walls, fences and buildings. It can be moved on a trailer behind a pickup or van.
Full ViO23-6 specifications →Buy or hire the ViO26-6 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 315kg
- 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.
Listed by
- Red Plant Sales Ltd - Colchester, Frating
Common questions
What is the difference between the Yanmar ViO23-6 and the Yanmar ViO26-6?
The Yanmar ViO26-6 is the bigger machine by 315kg and has 1kW more power. The Yanmar ViO23-6 is a 2.3 tonne zero tailswing mini excavator; the Yanmar ViO26-6 is a zero-tailswing mini excavator.
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