Head to head
Avant 760i vs Merlo TF42.7
The Merlo TF42.7 has 817kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Merlo TF42.7 has 817kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Avant 760i | Merlo TF42.7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Lifting height | 3100 mm | 7 m |
| Engine power | 42 kW (56 hp) | 85,9 kW at 2,200 rpm |
| Lifting capacity | 1400 kg | - |
| Weight | 2220 kg | - |
| Operating weight | - | 7800 kg |
| Load capacity | - | 4200 kg |
Sources: Avant 760i, Merlo TF42.7. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 760i if...
A heavier compact loader for tougher construction, groundworks and material handling jobs, running a wide range of Avant attachments. Used by contractors and plant hire fleets that need more lift than the 500 and 600 series.
Full 760i specifications →Buy or hire the TF42.7 if...
- you want one that has 817kW more power
A medium-capacity telehandler for heavier lifting on construction, agricultural and industrial sites where a 4.2 tonne capacity is needed at moderate height.
Full TF42.7 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Avant 760i and the Merlo TF42.7?
The Merlo TF42.7 has 817kW more power. The Avant 760i is a articulated multi-purpose loader, 700 series; the Merlo TF42.7 is a 4.2 tonne telehandler.
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