Head to head
Hitachi ZX75US-5 vs Komatsu PC26MR-5
The Hitachi ZX75US-5 is a reduced tail swing excavator. The Komatsu PC26MR-5 is a 2.5 to 3 tonne class mini excavator.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX75US-5 | Komatsu PC26MR-5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 8730kg (19,244lb) | 2,625 to 2,855kg |
| Engine power | 42.4kW (56.9hp) | - |
| Max digging depth | 4.61m (15'1") | - |
Sources: Hitachi ZX75US-5, Komatsu PC26MR-5. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the ZX75US-5 if...
A 7-8 tonne excavator with a reduced tail swing radius, letting it work close to walls and in restricted urban sites. A common size in UK plant hire fleets for groundworks and drainage.
Listed by
- Red Plant Sales Ltd - Colchester, Frating
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 ZX75US-5 and the Komatsu PC26MR-5?
The Hitachi ZX75US-5 is a reduced tail swing excavator; the Komatsu PC26MR-5 is a 2.5 to 3 tonne class mini excavator.
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