Head to head
Komatsu PC26MR-5 vs Takeuchi TB230
The Komatsu PC26MR-5 is a 2.5 to 3 tonne class mini excavator. The Takeuchi TB230 is a 2.8 tonne compact excavator.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Komatsu PC26MR-5 | Takeuchi TB230 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2,625 to 2,855kg | 2875 kg |
| Dig depth | - | 2835 mm |
| Dump height | - | 3230 mm |
| Breakout force | - | 20.9 kN |
Sources: Komatsu PC26MR-5, Takeuchi TB230. 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 TB230 if...
A 3 tonne class digger used by hire companies, utility contractors and builders for trenching, drainage and foundations. Suits sites where a larger 3.5 tonne machine is too wide or heavy.
Full TB230 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Komatsu PC26MR-5 and the Takeuchi TB230?
The Komatsu PC26MR-5 is a 2.5 to 3 tonne class mini excavator; the Takeuchi TB230 is a 2.8 tonne compact excavator.
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