Yanmar ViO17-1E Mini Excavator Specs & Buying Research

At a glance

Key specifications

Operating Weight — rubber tracks4,023 lb1.8 tViO17-1E; Operating weight uses rubber tracks and open ROPS/canopy.Manufacturer verified

digging depth7 ft 7 in2,310 mmViO17-1E; Working range follows the brochure arm and bucket geometry; exact bucket capacity is not specified in the dimensions table.Manufacturer verified

reach at ground level12 ft 6 in3,810 mmViO17-1E; Working range follows the brochure arm and bucket geometry; exact bucket capacity is not specified in the dimensions table.Manufacturer verified

maximum digging height11 ft 3 in3,440 mmViO17-1E; Working range follows the brochure arm and bucket geometry; exact bucket capacity is not specified in the dimensions table.Manufacturer verified

Overall dimensions

transport length11 ft 5 in3,480 mmManufacturer verified

overall width, extended4 ft 1 in1,280 mmManufacturer verified

canopy height7 ft 7 in2,300 mmManufacturer verified

Measurement basis: ViO17-1E; Transport envelope follows the folded-front posture in the exact model dimensions diagram. Tracks extended; retracted width is 950 mm (3 ft 1 in).

Precision visual reference

Dimensions and working range

Published measurements for the stated configuration. Illustration not to scale.

Reviewed visual

Yanmar ViO17-1E Mini Excavator, illustrative side and front reference views; not a scale drawing. — Machine reference views

Overall Size

Measurement basis: ViO17-1E; Transport envelope follows the folded-front posture in the exact model dimensions diagram. Tracks extended; retracted width is 950 mm (3 ft 1 in).

Atransport length11 ft 5 in3,480 mmManufacturer verified

Boverall width, extended4 ft 1 in1,280 mmManufacturer verified

Ccanopy height7 ft 7 in2,300 mmManufacturer verified

Working Range

Measurement basis: ViO17-1E; Working range follows the brochure arm and bucket geometry; exact bucket capacity is not specified in the dimensions table.

digging depth7 ft 7 in2,310 mmManufacturer verified

reach at ground level12 ft 6 in3,810 mmManufacturer verified

maximum digging height11 ft 3 in3,440 mmManufacturer verified

maximum dumping height8 ft 6 in2,590 mmManufacturer verified

rear swing radius2 ft 1 in640 mmManufacturer verified

Reference details

Overall measurement views reviewed 2026-09-06. Illustrative artwork, not a scale drawing.

Documented model generation; confirm serial/PIN and installed configuration · United States / North American reference

Canonical reference: heavyeq.ca/specs/mini-excavators/yanmar/vio17-1e/ · Printed from HeavyEQ.ca. Confirm the actual machine and current manufacturer documentation before transport or operation.

Year, generation & configuration

Model generation and configuration

Generation / series: ViO17-1E exact model title in linked North American Yanmar specification sheet; native imperial/metric pairs retained.
Applicable region: United States / North American reference
Year handling: Confirm the serial/PIN and production year when matching an individual machine to this reference.

Model identity

Model family, generation & status

Model family: Yanmar ViO17-1E
Generation / record: ViO17-1E exact model title in linked North American Yanmar specification sheet; native imperial/metric pairs retained.
Product status: Current manufacturer listing — status checked September 2026
Regional scope: United States / North American reference

No verified lineage relationship published. HeavyEQ reviewed first-party sources and did not force a predecessor or successor from model numbering.

United States / North American reference

Verified specifications

Values retain their cited source, verification status and original publication basis. Imperial is presented first while manufacturer-published dual units and configuration context remain attached to every value.

Qualified specifications with value-level verification status
Specification	Imperial	Metric	Standard / configuration	Source
transport length	11 ft 5 in	3,480 mm	ViO17-1E; Transport envelope follows the folded-front posture in the exact model dimensions diagram. Tracks extended; retracted width is 950 mm (3 ft 1 in).Manufacturer verifiedSafety-sensitive value — verify the exact machine.	Yanmar
overall width, extended	4 ft 1 in	1,280 mm	ViO17-1E; Transport envelope follows the folded-front posture in the exact model dimensions diagram. Tracks extended; retracted width is 950 mm (3 ft 1 in).Manufacturer verifiedSafety-sensitive value — verify the exact machine.	Yanmar
canopy height	7 ft 7 in	2,300 mm	ViO17-1E; Transport envelope follows the folded-front posture in the exact model dimensions diagram. Tracks extended; retracted width is 950 mm (3 ft 1 in).Manufacturer verifiedSafety-sensitive value — verify the exact machine.	Yanmar
digging depth	7 ft 7 in	2,310 mm	ViO17-1E; Working range follows the brochure arm and bucket geometry; exact bucket capacity is not specified in the dimensions table.Manufacturer verified	Yanmar
reach at ground level	12 ft 6 in	3,810 mm	ViO17-1E; Working range follows the brochure arm and bucket geometry; exact bucket capacity is not specified in the dimensions table.Manufacturer verified	Yanmar
maximum digging height	11 ft 3 in	3,440 mm	ViO17-1E; Working range follows the brochure arm and bucket geometry; exact bucket capacity is not specified in the dimensions table.Manufacturer verified	Yanmar
maximum dumping height	8 ft 6 in	2,590 mm	ViO17-1E; Working range follows the brochure arm and bucket geometry; exact bucket capacity is not specified in the dimensions table.Manufacturer verified	Yanmar
rear swing radius	2 ft 1 in	640 mm	ViO17-1E; Working range follows the brochure arm and bucket geometry; exact bucket capacity is not specified in the dimensions table.Manufacturer verifiedSafety-sensitive value — verify the exact machine.	Yanmar
Rated Output	14.5 hp	10.8 kW	ViO17-1E; 2400 rpm; rating standard not specified.Manufacturer verified	Yanmar
Operating Weight — rubber tracks	4,023 lb	1.8 t	ViO17-1E; Operating weight uses rubber tracks and open ROPS/canopy.Manufacturer verifiedSafety-sensitive value — verify the exact machine.	Yanmar

What the specifications mean

The published ViO17-1E values remain attached to their stated configuration and rating basis.

Transport envelope follows the folded-front posture in the exact model dimensions diagram. Tracks extended; retracted width is 950 mm (3 ft 1 in).

An individual machine must be verified by serial/PIN, installed equipment and actual measurements.

Configuration intelligence

Configurations & specification differences

These observations are scoped to the cited generation and region. They are not a list of valid option combinations.

Material configurations in this research record
Record	Verified observation	Scope
Cab / canopy & counterweight	Transport envelope follows the folded-front posture in the exact model dimensions diagram. Tracks extended; retracted width is 950 mm (3 ft 1 in).	ViO17-1E exact model title in linked North American Yanmar specification sheet; native imperial/metric pairs retained.United States / North American reference
Arm, blade & tracks	Operating weight uses rubber tracks and open ROPS/canopy.	ViO17-1E exact model title in linked North American Yanmar specification sheet; native imperial/metric pairs retained.United States / North American reference
Coupler & auxiliary hydraulics	Working range follows the brochure arm and bucket geometry; exact bucket capacity is not specified in the dimensions table.	ViO17-1E exact model title in linked North American Yanmar specification sheet; native imperial/metric pairs retained.United States / North American reference

A brochure configuration is not an individual marketplace machine. Serial/PIN and build information are required for exact verification.

Used ViO17-1E inspection priorities

Inspect tracks, sprockets, rollers, idlers, final drives and travel response.
Measure boom, arm, bucket, swing-post and blade pin wear.
Operate the coupler and auxiliary circuits with the intended tool when practical.
Match the ViO17-1E model plate, fitted equipment and serial/PIN to the cited generation and configuration.

Configuration-aware inspection: these checks are triggered by machine category, installed configuration and technology package. Brochure-listed technology must be physically present, active, licensed and calibrated on the used machine.

Hours, condition and ownership cost

Hours are context, not a condition grade. Duty cycle, idle time, maintenance evidence, wear-system measurements, structural repairs and installed technology should be evaluated together.

Cost drivers to model

Track wear, compact service access and attachment duty drive hourly cost.
Blade, coupler and auxiliary packages materially affect fit and value.
Trailer, tow vehicle and attachment mobilization belong in the cost model.

Compatibility graph

Attachment considerations

Relationships below identify relevant classes only unless a stronger evidence state is shown. They never assert exact used-attachment fitment.

relevant attachment class

Compact excavator buckets and couplers

Verify pin or coupler geometry, tool weight, machine configuration.

Open attachment research

relevant attachment class

Breakers, augers and compactors

Verify flow, pressure, return, case drain, controls.

Open attachment research

Before confirming fitment

generation and machine configuration
mounting interface, coupler or pin geometry
hydraulic flow, pressure, return and case drain
attachment weight and machine capacity limits
electrical controls or required machine options

Model-reference transport profile

Transport reference

Reference measurements retain their configuration and verification status. Confirm the actual transport setup before booking.

Manufacturer verifiedtransport length11 ft 5 in3,480 mmViO17-1E; Transport envelope follows the folded-front posture in the exact model dimensions diagram. Tracks extended; retracted width is 950 mm (3 ft 1 in).

Manufacturer verifiedoverall width, extended4 ft 1 in1,280 mmViO17-1E; Transport envelope follows the folded-front posture in the exact model dimensions diagram. Tracks extended; retracted width is 950 mm (3 ft 1 in).

Manufacturer verifiedcanopy height7 ft 7 in2,300 mmViO17-1E; Transport envelope follows the folded-front posture in the exact model dimensions diagram. Tracks extended; retracted width is 950 mm (3 ft 1 in).

Manufacturer verifiedOperating Weight — rubber tracks4,023 lb1.8 tViO17-1E; Operating weight uses rubber tracks and open ROPS/canopy.

Reference specifications can differ from the actual configured machine. Confirm dimensions and weight before booking transportation.

Confirm or replace before a transport request

actual weight
actual travel length, width and height
attachments and removable work tools
bucket, blade, carriage or boom position
loading condition

Source provenance

First-party sources and verification notes

Only manufacturer-authored records are linked publicly. Provisional measurements remain marked until a matching first-party record is confirmed.

Yanmar

ViO17-1E manufacturer specifications

North America · exact model technical page · accessed September 6, 2026 · status: Manufacturer verified

Open source