Head to head
Avant 528 vs Merlo P27.6 PLUS
The Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 535kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 535kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Avant 528 | Merlo P27.6 PLUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Lifting height | 2790 mm | 5.9 m |
| Engine power | 19 kW (26 hp) | 55,4 kW at 2,200 rpm |
| Lifting capacity | 950 kg | - |
| Weight | 1420 kg | - |
| Operating weight | - | 4850 kg |
| Load capacity | - | 2700 kg |
Sources: Avant 528, Merlo P27.6 PLUS. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 528 if...
A small articulated loader that fits through narrow gates and onto a trailer, used for landscaping, property maintenance and light site work with Avant attachments.
Full 528 specifications →Buy or hire the P27.6 PLUS if...
- you want one that has 535kW more power
A compact telehandler for building sites, farms, estates and landscaping where space is tight but 2.7 tonne lifts to about 6 metres are needed.
Full P27.6 PLUS specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Avant 528 and the Merlo P27.6 PLUS?
The Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 535kW more power. The Avant 528 is a compact articulated multi-purpose loader with telescopic boom; the Merlo P27.6 PLUS is a compact 2.7 tonne telehandler.
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