Head to head
JCB 525-60 vs Komatsu PC26MR-5
The JCB 525-60 is a 2.5 tonne, 6 m compact telehandler. The Komatsu PC26MR-5 is a 2.5 to 3 tonne class mini excavator.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| JCB 525-60 | Komatsu PC26MR-5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 5490 kg | 2,625 to 2,855kg |
| Max. Lift Capacity | 2500 kg | - |
| Max. Lift Height | 6 m | - |
| Max. Reach | 3.06 m | - |
| Engine power | 55 kW | - |
Sources: JCB 525-60, Komatsu PC26MR-5. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 525-60 if...
A compact telehandler for builders, roofers and merchants lifting pallets and materials on housing and refurbishment sites, and for yard and farm loading. Its low height and narrow width suit restricted access.
Full 525-60 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 525-60 and the Komatsu PC26MR-5?
The JCB 525-60 is a 2.5 tonne, 6 m compact telehandler; the Komatsu PC26MR-5 is a 2.5 to 3 tonne class mini excavator.
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