Head to head
Komatsu PC26MR-5 vs Kubota U50-5
The Kubota U50-5 is the bigger machine by 2,150kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Kubota U50-5 is the bigger machine by 2,150kg.
Specifications side by side
| Komatsu PC26MR-5 | Kubota U50-5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2,625 to 2,855kg | 4,775kg |
| Dig depth | - | 3,370mm |
| Engine power | - | 40.4kW |
Sources: Komatsu PC26MR-5, Kubota U50-5. 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 U50-5 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 2,150kg
A mid-size mini excavator for groundworkers who need more reach and dig depth than the smaller Kubota models while still keeping a compact machine for site access. Suits drainage, footings and utility trenching.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
- Standard Plant Hire - Keston
Common questions
What is the difference between the Komatsu PC26MR-5 and the Kubota U50-5?
The Kubota U50-5 is the bigger machine by 2,150kg. The Komatsu PC26MR-5 is a 2.5 to 3 tonne class mini excavator; the Kubota U50-5 is a 4.8 tonne mini excavator.
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