Head to head
Komatsu PC26MR-5 vs Yanmar SV17VT
The Komatsu PC26MR-5 is a 2.5 to 3 tonne class mini excavator. The Yanmar SV17VT is a 1.7 tonne conventional-tail mini excavator.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Komatsu PC26MR-5 | Yanmar SV17VT | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2,625 to 2,855kg | 1700 kg (canopy) / 1790 kg (cabin) |
| Engine power | - | 11,3 kW (at 2400 rpm) |
| Breakout force | - | 16 kN |
| Fuel tank | - | 27 l |
Sources: Komatsu PC26MR-5, Yanmar SV17VT. 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 SV17VT if...
A small digger for hire fleets, landscapers and builders on garden work, drainage and small trenches. Light enough to move on a trailer behind a pickup or van.
Full SV17VT specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Komatsu PC26MR-5 and the Yanmar SV17VT?
The Komatsu PC26MR-5 is a 2.5 to 3 tonne class mini excavator; the Yanmar SV17VT is a 1.7 tonne conventional-tail mini excavator.
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