Head to head
Yanmar ViO23-6 vs Yanmar ViO80-1
The Yanmar ViO80-1 has 378kW more power and is the bigger machine by 5,820kg.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026


Key differences
- Engine power: the Yanmar ViO80-1 has 378kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Yanmar ViO80-1 is the bigger machine by 5,820kg.
Specifications side by side
| Yanmar ViO23-6 | Yanmar ViO80-1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2245 kg (Canopy) / 2405 kg (Cabin) | 8065 kg |
| Engine power | 14.6 kW at 2400 rpm | 39,3 kW / 53,5 HP at 1900 rpm |
| Dig depth | 2450 / 2655 mm | - |
| Breakout force | - | 63,5 kN |
| Fuel tank | - | 115 l |
Sources: Yanmar ViO23-6, Yanmar ViO80-1. 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 ViO80-1 if...
- you want one that has 378kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 5,820kg
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 ViO23-6 and the Yanmar ViO80-1?
The Yanmar ViO80-1 has 378kW more power and is the bigger machine by 5,820kg. The Yanmar ViO23-6 is a 2.3 tonne zero tailswing mini excavator; the Yanmar ViO80-1 is a 8 tonne zero-tail midi excavator.
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