Head to head
Bobcat S450 vs Mecalac 6MCR
The Mecalac 6MCR has 518kW more power and is the bigger machine by 3,335kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Mecalac 6MCR has 518kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Mecalac 6MCR is the bigger machine by 3,335kg.
Specifications side by side
| Bobcat S450 | Mecalac 6MCR | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2365kg | 5700 kg (12,600 lb) / 6100 kg (13,500 lb) |
| Engine power | 35.9kW rated (48.1kW max, Kubota V2403 diesel) | 55,4 kW |
| Rated operating capacity | 608kg (ISO 14397-1) | - |
| Lift height | 2.8m | - |
| Tipping load | 1215kg | - |
| Tail swing radius | - | 1170 mm |
| Travel speed | - | 10 km/h |
Sources: Bobcat S450, Mecalac 6MCR. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the S450 if...
Bobcat's entry-level skid steer, small enough for tight domestic and groundworks sites but still able to run a full range of buckets and attachments. Plant hire fleets keep it as their smallest skid steer for jobs a mini digger cannot reach.
Listed by
- JMP Plant Hire Essex - Ingatestone, Norton Heath
Buy or hire the 6MCR if...
- you want one that has 518kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 3,335kg
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 Bobcat S450 and the Mecalac 6MCR?
The Mecalac 6MCR has 518kW more power and is the bigger machine by 3,335kg. The Bobcat S450 is a compact skid steer loader; the Mecalac 6MCR is a 6 tonne crawler skid-excavator with compact tail swing.
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