Head to head
Hitachi ZX135USB-7 vs Komatsu PC26MR-5
The Hitachi ZX135USB-7 is the bigger machine by 11,175kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Hitachi ZX135USB-7 is the bigger machine by 11,175kg.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX135USB-7 | Komatsu PC26MR-5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 13,800 - 16,000kg | 2,625 to 2,855kg |
| Engine power | 74kW (ISO14396) / 73kW (ISO9249) | - |
Sources: Hitachi ZX135USB-7, Komatsu PC26MR-5. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the ZX135USB-7 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 11,175kg
Built for sites with tight working margins - roadside, urban and confined yards - where a swinging counterweight would foul walls, parked vehicles or passing traffic. Popular with utility and demolition contractors working close to structures.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
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 ZX135USB-7 and the Komatsu PC26MR-5?
The Hitachi ZX135USB-7 is the bigger machine by 11,175kg. The Hitachi ZX135USB-7 is a 13 tonne zero tail swing crawler excavator; the Komatsu PC26MR-5 is a 2.5 to 3 tonne class mini excavator.
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