Head to head
JCB 86C-2 vs Komatsu PC26MR-5
The JCB 86C-2 is a 8.6 tonne conventional-tailswing midi 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 86C-2 | Komatsu PC26MR-5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 8600 kg | 2,625 to 2,855kg |
| Dig depth | 4.52 m | - |
| Dump height | 5.39 m | - |
| Engine power | 48 kW | - |
Sources: JCB 86C-2, Komatsu PC26MR-5. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 86C-2 if...
Used by groundworks and civils contractors for deeper trenching, pipe laying and loading on housing and utility sites. Hire fleets stock it as the step between mini diggers and full-size excavators.
Full 86C-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 86C-2 and the Komatsu PC26MR-5?
The JCB 86C-2 is a 8.6 tonne conventional-tailswing midi excavator; the Komatsu PC26MR-5 is a 2.5 to 3 tonne class mini excavator.
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