Head to head
Yanmar ViO38-6 vs Yanmar ViO80-1
The Yanmar ViO80-1 has 374kW more power and is the bigger machine by 4,490kg.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Yanmar ViO80-1 has 374kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Yanmar ViO80-1 is the bigger machine by 4,490kg.
Specifications side by side
| Yanmar ViO38-6 | Yanmar ViO80-1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 3575 kg (canopy) / 3695 kg (cabin) | 8065 kg |
| Engine power | 18.9 kW / 25.3 HP at 2200 rpm | 39,3 kW / 53,5 HP at 1900 rpm |
| Dig depth | 3290 mm / 3530mm* | - |
| Breakout force | - | 63,5 kN |
| Fuel tank | - | 115 l |
Sources: Yanmar ViO38-6, Yanmar ViO80-1. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the ViO38-6 if...
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 →Buy or hire the ViO80-1 if...
- you want one that has 374kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 4,490kg
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 ViO38-6 and the Yanmar ViO80-1?
The Yanmar ViO80-1 has 374kW more power and is the bigger machine by 4,490kg. The Yanmar ViO38-6 is a 3.8 tonne zero tailswing mini excavator; the Yanmar ViO80-1 is a 8 tonne zero-tail midi excavator.
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