The Yanmar VIO 12 is a mini excavator listed for 2016-2018. Key specifications include a listed machine weight of about 2,712 lb, approximately 12.3 hp and a listed digging depth of about 6.73 ft.
Key specifications
2016-2018Model years
2,712 lbMachine weight
12.3 hpEngine power
3.28 ftTransport width
6.73 ftDigging depth
7.78 ftDigging reach
Yanmar VIO 12 size and digging visual
This diagram is generated from the listed transport dimensions for this specific mini excavator.
Top-view transport footprint
Length 9.97 ft • Width 3.28 ft
Side-view transport envelope
Length 9.97 ft • Height 4.66 ft
Listed digging envelopedigging depth 6.73 ft • digging reach 7.78 ft
These are the published specification values for this model and are not a jobsite clearance or excavation safety calculation.
How the Yanmar VIO 12 compares
These figures compare this machine with other Yanmar mini excavators in this specifications database. They are descriptive database comparisons, not performance ratings.
Machine weight2,712 lb
Low 1,854 lbAverage 6,071 lbHigh 12,250 lb
About 55% lighter than the Yanmar mini excavators database average. Around the 11th percentile within this Yanmar mini excavators dataset.
Engine power12.3 hp
Low 9.8 hpAverage 22 hpHigh 44.9 hp
About 44% lower than the Yanmar mini excavators database average. Around the 16th percentile within this Yanmar mini excavators dataset.
Transport width3.28 ft
Low 2.26 ftAverage 4.64 ftHigh 6.53 ft
About 29% narrower than the Yanmar mini excavators database average. Around the 27th percentile within this Yanmar mini excavators dataset.
Max. digging depth6.73 ft
Low 4.92 ftAverage 9.35 ftHigh 13.33 ft
About 28% lower than the Yanmar mini excavators database average. Around the 14th percentile within this Yanmar mini excavators dataset.
This model Yanmar mini excavators average
Useful conversions and calculated specifications
Machine weight
2,712 lb (1,230 kg)
Engine power
12.3 hp (9.2 kW)
Transport length
9.97 ft (3.04 m)
Transport width
3.28 ft (1 m)
Transport height
4.66 ft (1.42 m)
Max. digging depth
6.73 ft (2.05 m)
Max. digging reach
7.78 ft (2.37 m)
Maximum torque
38.4 lb-ft (52 Nm)
Engine displacement
52.1 cu in (0.854 L)
Power-to-weight
4.5 hp/1,000 lb (10.0 hp/tonne)
Yanmar VIO 12 FAQ
What years is the Yanmar VIO 12 listed for?
The available source specifications list the Yanmar VIO 12 for 2016-2018.
How much does a Yanmar VIO 12 weigh?
The listed machine weight is about 2,712 lb (1,230 kg).
How much horsepower does the Yanmar VIO 12 have?
The engine is listed at approximately 12.3 hp (9.2 kW).
How deep can the Yanmar VIO 12 dig?
The listed maximum digging depth is about 6.73 ft (2.05 m).
What is the digging reach of the Yanmar VIO 12?
The listed digging reach is about 7.78 ft (2.37 m).
How wide is the Yanmar VIO 12?
The listed transport width is about 3.28 ft (1 m). Bucket width can differ by attachment.
Model information
Listed years
2016-2018
Machine type
Mini Excavator
Capacity and performance
Weight
2,712 lb (1,230 kg)
Tear-out force
13.9 kN
Digging dimensions
Dredging depth
6.73 ft (2.05 m)
Max. reach horizontal
7.78 ft (2.37 m)
Dimensions and undercarriage
Transport length
9.97 ft (3.04 m)
Transport width
3.28 ft (1 m)
Transport height
4.66 ft (1.42 m)
Track width
7.1 in (180 mm)
Engine specifications
Engine type
3TNV70WBVB
Engine power
12.3 hp (9.2 kW)
Displacement
52.1 cu in (0.854 L)
Max. torque
38.4 lb-ft (52 Nm)
Equipment
Model series
VIO
Rubber track
Yes
Blade
Yes
Air conditioning
No
Disclaimer: Specifications can vary by market, production date, configuration, tracks, boom/stick, bucket and optional equipment. Historical and scraped data can also contain errors. Comparison figures on this page are calculated only from Yanmar mini excavators in this dataset. The size and digging diagram visualizes listed specifications and is not a transport-clearance, excavation-safety or operating-limit certification. For purchase, transport, service or safety decisions, verify critical specifications with official Yanmar documentation. Visit the official Yanmar excavator website.
