Head to head
Komatsu PC26MR-5 vs Merlo TF42.7
The Komatsu PC26MR-5 is a 2.5 to 3 tonne class mini excavator. The Merlo TF42.7 is a 4.2 tonne telehandler.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Komatsu PC26MR-5 | Merlo TF42.7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2,625 to 2,855kg | 7800 kg |
| Load capacity | - | 4200 kg |
| Lifting height | - | 7 m |
| Engine power | - | 85,9 kW at 2,200 rpm |
Sources: Komatsu PC26MR-5, Merlo TF42.7. 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 TF42.7 if...
A medium-capacity telehandler for heavier lifting on construction, agricultural and industrial sites where a 4.2 tonne capacity is needed at moderate height.
Full TF42.7 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Komatsu PC26MR-5 and the Merlo TF42.7?
The Komatsu PC26MR-5 is a 2.5 to 3 tonne class mini excavator; the Merlo TF42.7 is a 4.2 tonne telehandler.
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