Head to head
Komatsu PC26MR-5 vs Volvo A30G
The Komatsu PC26MR-5 is a 2.5 to 3 tonne class mini excavator. The Volvo A30G is a articulated dump truck.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Komatsu PC26MR-5 | Volvo A30G | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2,625 to 2,855kg | approx. 52,029lb (23.6 tonnes) |
| Transport dimensions | - | 33ft 9in x 9ft 8in x 11ft 1in |
Sources: Komatsu PC26MR-5, Volvo A30G. 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 A30G if...
A mid-size articulated hauler for moving spoil and aggregate over rough or soft haul roads. Quarry and large groundworks contractors hire it for higher-volume material movement than a rigid dumper allows.
Listed by
- Daly Plant Hire Ltd - Tadworth, Kingswood
Common questions
What is the difference between the Komatsu PC26MR-5 and the Volvo A30G?
The Komatsu PC26MR-5 is a 2.5 to 3 tonne class mini excavator; the Volvo A30G is a articulated dump truck.
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