Head to head
Avant 640 vs Mecalac 6MCR
The Mecalac 6MCR has 526kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Mecalac 6MCR has 526kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Avant 640 | Mecalac 6MCR | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 28 kW (37,5 hp) | 55,4 kW |
| Lifting capacity | 1100 kg | - |
| Lifting height | 2835 mm | - |
| Weight | 1590 kg | - |
| Operating weight | - | 5700 kg (12,600 lb) / 6100 kg (13,500 lb) |
| Tail swing radius | - | 1170 mm |
| Travel speed | - | 10 km/h |
Sources: Avant 640, Mecalac 6MCR. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 640 if...
An all-round compact loader with stronger auxiliary hydraulics for running more attachments, used by landscapers, stables, estates and small contractors. Light enough to be moved on a trailer or larger van.
Full 640 specifications →Buy or hire the 6MCR if...
- you want one that has 526kW more power
A compact crawler excavator for utility trenching, landscaping and work between buildings where a 2 tonne class footprint is needed with 6 tonne digging performance. Used by groundworks and utility contractors on tight UK sites.
Full 6MCR specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Avant 640 and the Mecalac 6MCR?
The Mecalac 6MCR has 526kW more power. The Avant 640 is a articulated multi-purpose loader, 600 series; the Mecalac 6MCR is a 6 tonne crawler skid-excavator with compact tail swing.
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