Head to head
Komatsu PC26MR-5 vs Yanmar ViO26-6
The Komatsu PC26MR-5 is a 2.5 to 3 tonne class mini excavator. The Yanmar ViO26-6 is a zero-tailswing mini excavator.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Komatsu PC26MR-5 | Yanmar ViO26-6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2,625 to 2,855kg | 2,560kg (canopy) / 2,665kg (cab) |
| Engine power | - | 15.8kW / 21.5HP at 2,500rpm |
| Engine | - | Yanmar 3TNV76-NBVA1 diesel |
| Max digging depth | - | 2,490mm (standard arm), 2,740mm (long arm) |
| Digging force | - | 24.5kN (bucket) |
Sources: Komatsu PC26MR-5, Yanmar ViO26-6. 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 ViO26-6 if...
A 2.6-tonne zero-tailswing mini digger widely used by plant hire firms for groundwork in tight spaces such as gardens and driveways, where its lack of rear overhang keeps it clear of walls and fences while slewing.
Listed by
- Red Plant Sales Ltd - Colchester, Frating
Common questions
What is the difference between the Komatsu PC26MR-5 and the Yanmar ViO26-6?
The Komatsu PC26MR-5 is a 2.5 to 3 tonne class mini excavator; the Yanmar ViO26-6 is a zero-tailswing mini excavator.
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