Mini ExcavatorEurope

Yanmar B15

1,500 kg14 hpLimited recent data, based on 1 older listings

Side elevationYanmar B15
Yanmar B15 side elevation
Operating weight
1,500 kg
Fig · proportional to datasheet · mini excavator
Live market

Mini excavator market view

Mini excavator avg.€25k

Based on 1 older listings. Current pricing may have shifted, so we show the class range instead.

Most asking prices land between €13k – €49k, with a market average around €25k.

NL
€34k
BE
€21k
DE
€37k
IT
€19k
PL
€27k
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Asking prices across our European network.As of 24 Jun 2026

This model sits 65% below the class average across 212 peer models.

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MakeYanmar
ModelB15
Specification · Comparison

How the B15 lines up in its class.

Nearest competitors auto-selected by category and weight class. Specs from manufacturer datasheets; prices from recent dealer listings.

At a glance
Weight class
1.5 t
1.5 t
1.6 t
Power
Engine
Yanmar 3TNE68
Kubota D782
Kubota D782-E3-BH-2EU
Power
13–14 hp
13 hp
13 hp
Dimensions
Operating weight
1,500–1,650 kg
1,495–1,545 kg
1,540 kg
Length
3,710 mm
3,710 mm
Width
1,000–1,320 mm
990 mm
990 mm
Height
2,260 mm
2,330–2,350 mm
2,350 mm
Transport length
3,710 mm
3,710 mm
Working range
Bucket capacity
0.04 m³
0.035 m³
0.03 m³
Max dig depth
2,100 mm
2,250 mm
2,250 mm
Max reach
3,730 mm
3,730 mm
Tail swing radius
1,490 mm
Drive
Travel speed
2.1–4.2 km/h
3.8 km/h
Market
Market average ask · EU
€9k
€3k
€17k
Price range
€9k€9k
€3k€3k
€12k€23k
Active listings
1
1
4
Specs · manufacturer datasheetsPrices · recent dealer listings, trailing window
About · Yanmar B15

Overview

The Yanmar B15 is a mini-excavator in the sub-1.5-tonne class, with an operating weight of 1500 kg and an engine output of 14 hp. Bucket capacity is rated at 0.04 m3, positioning the machine at the compact end of the mini-excavator segment. It is a purpose-built unit for confined-space earthmoving and utility work where larger equipment cannot operate.

Typical applications

Where this machine is used

Mini-excavators in this weight class are routinely deployed for residential foundation work, drainage trenching, landscaping, and utility installation in restricted-access sites. Their compact footprint makes them well suited to urban environments, walled gardens, and interior demolition projects where ground bearing capacity and access widths are limiting factors. Contractors and hire fleets operating in these conditions frequently select machines of this size as a core part of their light-plant inventory.

Used-market inspection

What to check before buying

When inspecting a used mini-excavator of this class, priority checks should include the condition of the undercarriage rubber tracks, which are subject to wear and represent a meaningful replacement cost. The slew ring and boom pivot pins should be assessed for play, and all hydraulic hoses and cylinder seals should be examined for leaks or deterioration. Engine start quality, hydraulic response times, and the condition of the blade and bucket cutting edges are standard indicators of overall machine care. A full service history and documentation of any prior repairs should be requested before purchase.

Current market

Price position

The European market average for the Yanmar B15 is recorded at EUR 8800. Comparable competing models in this class include the Kubota KX015 and the Kubota KX016, both of which occupy broadly the same weight and application segment and serve as direct reference points when evaluating relative value. Buyers should assess condition, hours, and configuration carefully when comparing units at this price level, as variance in specification and service history can influence achievable value significantly.

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