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Bucher Municipal MaxPowa V80 vs Scarab Sweepers Merlin 55
The Bucher Municipal MaxPowa V80 is a truck-mounted rear suction road sweeper. The Scarab Sweepers Merlin 55 is a truck-mounted road sweeper.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Bucher Municipal MaxPowa V80 | Scarab Sweepers Merlin 55 | |
|---|---|---|
| Hopper capacity | 8m3 | 5.5m3 |
| Water tank | 2,255 litres (up to 3,955 litres with Powawash option) | 900 litres |
| Sweep width | Up to 3,600mm with simultaneous sweep option | - |
| Chassis GVW | - | 7.5-8.3 tonnes |
| Sweeping width | - | 2,290mm single / 2,850mm dual brush |
Sources: Bucher Municipal MaxPowa V80, Scarab Sweepers Merlin 55. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the MaxPowa V80 if...
A truck-mounted rear suction sweeper built for highway, construction site and industrial cleaning rather than light town-centre work. Its 8m3 hopper and wide simultaneous sweep option suit contractors covering large paved areas quickly.
Listed by
- McFen Plant Hire - London
Buy or hire the Merlin 55 if...
A truck-mounted road sweeper sized to fit a wide range of 7.5 to 8.3 tonne chassis, used for street cleaning and dust suppression. Local authorities and specialist sweeper hire firms use it for routine road and site cleaning.
Full Merlin 55 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Bucher Municipal MaxPowa V80 and the Scarab Sweepers Merlin 55?
The Bucher Municipal MaxPowa V80 is a truck-mounted rear suction road sweeper; the Scarab Sweepers Merlin 55 is a truck-mounted road sweeper.
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