Head to head
MTS Dino 5 vs SANY SY26U
The MTS Dino 5 has 315kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the MTS Dino 5 has 315kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| MTS Dino 5 | SANY SY26U | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 330 kW (triple fan system) | 14.6 kW at 2,400 rpm |
| Tank capacity | 12 m3 | - |
| Suction hose diameter | 250mm | - |
| Operating weight | - | 2,660 kg |
| Dig depth | - | 2,810 mm |
| Transport width | - | 1,550 mm |
Sources: MTS Dino 5, SANY SY26U. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Dino 5 if...
- you want one that has 315kW more power
The Dino 5 suits utility and drainage contractors who need to expose buried pipes and cables without a digger, using suction rather than a bucket to avoid damaging services. Its triple-fan system is built for contractors who need strong continuous suction on site rather than the largest tank on offer.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Buy or hire the SY26U if...
The SANY SY26U is a 2.6 tonne mini excavator positioned as a value alternative to the established Kubota, JCB and Takeuchi machines in the same size class, sold in the UK through a small number of appointed dealers. SANY's UK presence is newer and thinner than the market leaders, so buyers weigh the lower purchase price against a less mature parts and resale network. It is more often bought outright by owner-operators than stocked in volume by the large national hire fleets.
Full SY26U specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the MTS Dino 5 and the SANY SY26U?
The MTS Dino 5 has 315kW more power. The MTS Dino 5 is a a truck-mounted suction excavator from German manufacturer MTS, part of its Dino range for vacuum excavation and drainage work.; the SANY SY26U is a a 2.6 tonne mini excavator.
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