Head to head
Komatsu PC26MR-5 vs Yanmar ViO80-1
The Komatsu PC26MR-5 is a 2.5 to 3 tonne class mini excavator. The Yanmar ViO80-1 is a 8 tonne zero-tail midi excavator.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Komatsu PC26MR-5 | Yanmar ViO80-1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2,625 to 2,855kg | 8065 kg |
| Engine power | - | 39,3 kW / 53,5 HP at 1900 rpm |
| Breakout force | - | 63,5 kN |
| Fuel tank | - | 115 l |
Sources: Komatsu PC26MR-5, Yanmar ViO80-1. 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 ViO80-1 if...
An 8 tonne zero-tail swing midi excavator for civils, utilities and roadworks contractors working in restricted space or alongside live traffic. Used for deeper trenching, pipe laying and loading.
Full ViO80-1 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Komatsu PC26MR-5 and the Yanmar ViO80-1?
The Komatsu PC26MR-5 is a 2.5 to 3 tonne class mini excavator; the Yanmar ViO80-1 is a 8 tonne zero-tail midi excavator.
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