Head to head
Komatsu PC26MR-5 vs Mecalac TA6
The Komatsu PC26MR-5 is a 2.5 to 3 tonne class mini excavator. The Mecalac TA6 is a 6 tonne site dumper with straight or swivel skip.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Komatsu PC26MR-5 | Mecalac TA6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2,625 to 2,855kg | 4145 kg (9138 lb) to 4345 kg (9579 lb) |
| Payload | - | 6000 kg |
| Engine power | - | 55 kW (74hp) |
| Travel speed | - | 25 km/h |
Sources: Komatsu PC26MR-5, Mecalac TA6. 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 TA6 if...
A 6 tonne site dumper for groundworks, drainage and general site haulage on UK sites, with a choice of front or swivel skip. It has a foldable ROPS bar with side protection gates.
Full TA6 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Komatsu PC26MR-5 and the Mecalac TA6?
The Komatsu PC26MR-5 is a 2.5 to 3 tonne class mini excavator; the Mecalac TA6 is a 6 tonne site dumper with straight or swivel skip.
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