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Komatsu PC55MR-5 vs SANY SY50U

The Komatsu PC55MR-5 and SANY SY50U are almost identical in operating weight (about 5,210 and 5,310 kg).

The SANY SY50U has about 21% more engine power (34 kW (46 hp) vs 28 kW (38 hp)).

Beyond the numbers, compare local dealer support, parts availability and resale value for Komatsu and SANY in your region: over the life of a machine they often matter more than small specification differences.

Komatsu PC55MR-5
Komatsu Komatsu PC55MR-5
SANY SY50U mini excavator
SANY SANY SY50U
Operating weight 5,210 kg (11,500 lb)5,310 kg (11,700 lb)
Engine power 28 kW (38 hp)34 kW (46 hp)
Engine power 28.3 kW (38 hp) at 2,400 rpm33.7 kW (45.2 hp) net / 35.5 kW (47.6 hp) gross at 2,400 rpm
Max. dig depth ≈3.80 m (12 ft 6 in)3.45 m (11 ft 4 in)
Tear-out force ≈39 kN—
Bucket capacity 0.055–0.18 m³—
Tail swing Minimal radius (MR)—
Max. reach at ground level —5.74 m (18 ft 10 in)
Bucket breakout force (ISO) —36.8 kN (8,273 lbf)
Stick digging force (ISO) —25.0 kN (5,620 lbf)
Engine model —Yanmar 4TNV86CT, four cylinders, turbo
System —Load sensing
Max. flow —144 L/min (38 US gal/min) at 27.5 MPa (3,989 psi)
Auxiliary flow —80 L/min (21.1 US gal/min)
Vertical wall dig depth —2.59 m (8 ft 6 in)
Strengths
  • + Minimal-radius design on a 5-tonne machine
  • + Komatsu engine and hydraulics
  • + Komtrax telematics in many markets
  • + Strong resale in Europe and Asia
  • + Four-cylinder turbo Yanmar engine
  • + High hydraulic and auxiliary flow
  • + Good breakout force
  • + Competitive price
Watch-outs
  • − Lower engine power than some 45–50 hp rivals
  • − Some reviewers find it underwhelming vs the competition (see videos)
  • − Resale lower than established brands
  • − Dealer support varies
Full PC55MR-5 reviewFull SY50U review

Specifications are typical figures for standard configurations and may be measured differently by each manufacturer (for example net vs gross power). Always confirm with the manufacturer or dealer. Build another comparison.