Head to head
JCB 35Z-1 vs Komatsu PC26MR-5
The JCB 35Z-1 is a 3.5 tonne zero-tailswing mini excavator. The Komatsu PC26MR-5 is a 2.5 to 3 tonne class mini excavator.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| JCB 35Z-1 | Komatsu PC26MR-5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 3556 kg | 2,625 to 2,855kg |
| Dig depth | 3.48 m | - |
| Dump height | 3.53 m | - |
| Engine power | 18.4 kW | - |
Sources: JCB 35Z-1, Komatsu PC26MR-5. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 35Z-1 if...
A common step up from the 2 to 3 tonne diggers for house foundations, utility trenching and landscaping on tight urban sites. Zero tailswing lets it slew close to walls and traffic.
Full 35Z-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 35Z-1 and the Komatsu PC26MR-5?
The JCB 35Z-1 is a 3.5 tonne zero-tailswing mini excavator; the Komatsu PC26MR-5 is a 2.5 to 3 tonne class mini excavator.
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