Head to head
Genie Z-45/25J RT vs Komatsu PC26MR-5
The Genie Z-45/25J RT is the bigger machine by 3,890kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Genie Z-45/25J RT is the bigger machine by 3,890kg.
Specifications side by side
| Genie Z-45/25J RT | Komatsu PC26MR-5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 6,515kg | 2,625 to 2,855kg |
| Working height | 15.86m (51ft 6in) maximum | - |
| Platform height | 13.86m (45ft 6in) maximum | - |
| Platform capacity | 227kg unrestricted | - |
Sources: Genie Z-45/25J RT, Komatsu PC26MR-5. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Z-45/25J RT if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 3,890kg
A widely hired rough-terrain boom for construction and outdoor maintenance. The articulating up-and-over jib is what separates it from a straight telescopic boom: it reaches over an obstacle rather than only to it, which is often the entire requirement.
Full Z-45/25J RT specifications →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 Genie Z-45/25J RT and the Komatsu PC26MR-5?
The Genie Z-45/25J RT is the bigger machine by 3,890kg. The Genie Z-45/25J RT is a rough terrain articulating boom lift; the Komatsu PC26MR-5 is a 2.5 to 3 tonne class mini excavator.
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