Head to head
Komatsu PC26MR-5 vs Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40
The Komatsu PC26MR-5 is a 2.5 to 3 tonne class mini excavator. The Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40 is a 4 tonne short swing mini excavator.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Specifications side by side
| Komatsu PC26MR-5 | Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2,625 to 2,855kg | 3,985 kg |
| Engine power | - | 18.5 kW |
| Bucket capacity | - | 0.052 - 0.148 m3 |
Sources: Komatsu PC26MR-5, Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40. 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 ECR40 if...
A short swing radius compact excavator for trenching, landscaping and building work in confined spaces. Contractors and hire fleets use it where a 4 tonne digger is needed close to walls and traffic.
Full ECR40 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Komatsu PC26MR-5 and the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40?
The Komatsu PC26MR-5 is a 2.5 to 3 tonne class mini excavator; the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40 is a 4 tonne short swing mini excavator.
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