Head to head
Caterpillar 352F vs Komatsu PC26MR-5
The Caterpillar 352F is a large hydraulic excavator. The Komatsu PC26MR-5 is a 2.5 to 3 tonne class mini excavator.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Caterpillar 352F | Komatsu PC26MR-5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 115,700lb (~52.5 tonnes) | 2,625 to 2,855kg |
| Engine | Cat C13 ACERT, 417hp net | - |
| Fuel capacity | 190 US gallons | - |
| Max travel speed | 2.9mph | - |
Sources: Caterpillar 352F, Komatsu PC26MR-5. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 352F if...
A large excavator for bulk earthmoving and quarry-scale digging rather than site groundworks. Contractors hire it for big-volume dig and load jobs where a mid-size machine would be too slow.
Listed by
- Daly Plant Hire Ltd - Tadworth, Kingswood
Buy or hire the PC26MR-5 if...
A step up for bigger footings, groundworks and landscaping. At 2.6 tonnes it needs a 3.5 tonne plant trailer and a tow vehicle rated for the combined weight, or delivery on a lorry.
Listed by
- International Plant Sales - Rochester
Common questions
What is the difference between the Caterpillar 352F and the Komatsu PC26MR-5?
The Caterpillar 352F is a large hydraulic excavator; the Komatsu PC26MR-5 is a 2.5 to 3 tonne class mini excavator.
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