Head to head
Hitachi ZX33U-6 vs Komatsu PC26MR-5
The Hitachi ZX33U-6 is the bigger machine by 695kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Hitachi ZX33U-6 is the bigger machine by 695kg.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX33U-6 | Komatsu PC26MR-5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 3,320 - 3,720kg | 2,625 to 2,855kg |
| Dig depth | 2,790 - 3,130mm | - |
| Engine power | 18.8kW | - |
Sources: Hitachi ZX33U-6, Komatsu PC26MR-5. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the ZX33U-6 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 695kg
A general-purpose mini digger for landscaping, utilities and small groundworks contractors who need to work in gardens, driveways and other access-restricted sites. Its zero tail swing lets it turn on the spot without swinging into fences or walls.
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.
Full PC26MR-5 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX33U-6 and the Komatsu PC26MR-5?
The Hitachi ZX33U-6 is the bigger machine by 695kg. The Hitachi ZX33U-6 is a 3.3-3.7 tonne zero tail swing mini excavator; the Komatsu PC26MR-5 is a 2.5 to 3 tonne class mini excavator.
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