Head to head
Komatsu PC26MR-5 vs Kubota U10
The Komatsu PC26MR-5 is a 2.5 to 3 tonne class mini excavator. The Kubota U10 is a micro excavator.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Komatsu PC26MR-5 | Kubota U10 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2,625 to 2,855kg | 1200kg (2645lb, including operator) |
| Max dig depth | - | 1.8m (5'11") |
| Engine power | - | 7.6kW (10.3hp) |
| Bucket digging force | - | 550kg (1212lb) breakout force |
Sources: Komatsu PC26MR-5, Kubota U10. 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 U10 if...
One of the smallest excavators Kubota builds, narrow and light enough to pass through a garden gate or go up in a domestic goods lift. Used for indoor demolition, basement digs and tight garden landscaping.
Listed by
- West Sussex Plant Hire - Hassocks, Keymer
Common questions
What is the difference between the Komatsu PC26MR-5 and the Kubota U10?
The Komatsu PC26MR-5 is a 2.5 to 3 tonne class mini excavator; the Kubota U10 is a micro excavator.
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