Head to head
Komatsu PC26MR-5 vs Yanmar ViO38-6
The Komatsu PC26MR-5 is a 2.5 to 3 tonne class mini excavator. The Yanmar ViO38-6 is a 3.8 tonne zero tailswing mini excavator.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Specifications side by side
| Komatsu PC26MR-5 | Yanmar ViO38-6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2,625 to 2,855kg | 3575 kg (canopy) / 3695 kg (cabin) |
| Engine power | - | 18.9 kW / 25.3 HP at 2200 rpm |
| Dig depth | - | 3290 mm / 3530mm* |
Sources: Komatsu PC26MR-5, Yanmar ViO38-6. 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 ViO38-6 if...
A mid-size mini excavator for drainage, foundations and utility work where a 3 to 4 tonne machine is wanted with a short rear swing. Contractors and hire fleets use it on housing plots and roadside trenching.
Full ViO38-6 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Komatsu PC26MR-5 and the Yanmar ViO38-6?
The Komatsu PC26MR-5 is a 2.5 to 3 tonne class mini excavator; the Yanmar ViO38-6 is a 3.8 tonne zero tailswing mini excavator.
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