Head to head
JCB 16C-1 vs Komatsu PC26MR-5
The JCB 16C-1 is a 1.5 tonne micro mini excavator. The Komatsu PC26MR-5 is a 2.5 to 3 tonne class mini excavator.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Specifications side by side
| JCB 16C-1 | Komatsu PC26MR-5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1749 kg | 2,625 to 2,855kg |
| Engine power | 11.7 kW | - |
| Dig depth | 2.57 m | - |
| Dump height | 2.63 m | - |
Sources: JCB 16C-1, Komatsu PC26MR-5. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 16C-1 if...
A small tow-behind digger for domestic groundworks, drainage and service trenches where a van or pickup is the transport. It suits hire fleets and builders working in gardens and tight side access.
Full 16C-1 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 JCB 16C-1 and the Komatsu PC26MR-5?
The JCB 16C-1 is a 1.5 tonne micro mini excavator; the Komatsu PC26MR-5 is a 2.5 to 3 tonne class mini excavator.
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