Head to head
Komatsu PC26MR-5 vs Kubota K008-5
The Komatsu PC26MR-5 is a 2.5 to 3 tonne class mini excavator. The Kubota K008-5 is a 0.8 tonne micro excavator.
Last reviewed 2 November 2026
Specifications side by side
| Komatsu PC26MR-5 | Kubota K008-5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2,625 to 2,855kg | 975kg |
| Dig depth | - | 1,720mm |
| Engine power | - | 7.6kW |
Sources: Komatsu PC26MR-5, Kubota K008-5. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
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
Buy or hire the K008-5 if...
The smallest class of digger, used by landscapers and utility contractors for work inside buildings, through standard doorways or in back gardens where nothing larger will fit. Its retractable undercarriage narrows it further for tight access.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
- Compact Plant Sales - Farnham
- Beaver Tool Hire - Isleworth, Twickenham
Common questions
What is the difference between the Komatsu PC26MR-5 and the Kubota K008-5?
The Komatsu PC26MR-5 is a 2.5 to 3 tonne class mini excavator; the Kubota K008-5 is a 0.8 tonne micro excavator.
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