Head to head
Komatsu PC26MR-5 vs Kubota U36-4
The Komatsu PC26MR-5 is a 2.5 to 3 tonne class mini excavator. The Kubota U36-4 is a 3.5 tonne zero-tail swing compact excavator.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Komatsu PC26MR-5 | Kubota U36-4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2,625 to 2,855kg | 3755 kg |
| Dig depth | - | 3410 mm |
| Width | - | 1700 mm |
| Engine power | - | 17.8 kw |
Sources: Komatsu PC26MR-5, Kubota U36-4. 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 U36-4 if...
A zero-tail swing digger for builders, utility firms and hire fleets working beside walls, fences and live traffic. Common for trenching, foundations and drainage on urban sites.
Full U36-4 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Komatsu PC26MR-5 and the Kubota U36-4?
The Komatsu PC26MR-5 is a 2.5 to 3 tonne class mini excavator; the Kubota U36-4 is a 3.5 tonne zero-tail swing compact excavator.
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