Head to head
Bobcat E19 vs Komatsu PC26MR-5
The Bobcat E19 is a 1.5 tonne class mini excavator. The Komatsu PC26MR-5 is a 2.5 to 3 tonne class mini excavator.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Bobcat E19 | Komatsu PC26MR-5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1905kg | 2,625 to 2,855kg |
| Dig depth | 2364mm | - |
| Engine power | 10.1kW | - |
| Breakout force | 12.63kN | - |
Sources: Bobcat E19, Komatsu PC26MR-5. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the E19 if...
The 1.5 tonne class is the busiest size in UK hire fleets. At 1,905kg it goes on a braked plant trailer behind a large 4x4 or pickup, and digs to 2364mm for footings, drainage runs and fence posts.
Listed by
- Compact Plant Sales - Farnham
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
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bobcat E19 and the Komatsu PC26MR-5?
The Bobcat E19 is a 1.5 tonne class mini excavator; the Komatsu PC26MR-5 is a 2.5 to 3 tonne class mini excavator.
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