Head to head
JCB 50Z-2 vs Komatsu PC26MR-5
The JCB 50Z-2 is a 5 tonne zero tailswing 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 50Z-2 | Komatsu PC26MR-5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 5030 kg | 2,625 to 2,855kg |
| Engine power | 36 kW | - |
| Dig depth | 3.65 m | - |
| Dump height | 4.08 m | - |
Sources: JCB 50Z-2, Komatsu PC26MR-5. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 50Z-2 if...
A zero tailswing digger for utility trenching, house foundations and road edge work where the rear of the machine has to stay inside the track width. It is used on civils sites and hire fleets that want a 5 tonne class machine.
Full 50Z-2 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 50Z-2 and the Komatsu PC26MR-5?
The JCB 50Z-2 is a 5 tonne zero tailswing mini excavator; the Komatsu PC26MR-5 is a 2.5 to 3 tonne class mini excavator.
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