Head to head
Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 vs Komatsu PC26MR-5
The Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 is the bigger machine by 11,475kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 is the bigger machine by 11,475kg.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 | Komatsu PC26MR-5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 14,100 - 16,300kg | 2,625 to 2,855kg |
| Dig depth | 5,310 - 5,800mm | - |
| Engine power | 74kW | - |
Sources: Hitachi ZX130LCN-7, Komatsu PC26MR-5. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the ZX130LCN-7 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 11,475kg
Aimed at groundworkers and civils contractors who want a mid-size machine with the extra stability of a long-track (LCN) undercarriage. It suits drainage, footings and utility work on soft or made-up ground where a standard-width excavator would struggle.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
- Compact Plant Sales - Farnham
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 Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 and the Komatsu PC26MR-5?
The Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 is the bigger machine by 11,475kg. The Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 is a 13-16 tonne long-undercarriage crawler excavator; the Komatsu PC26MR-5 is a 2.5 to 3 tonne class mini excavator.
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