Head to head
Case Construction Equipment CX25D vs Merlo P27.6 PLUS
The Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 540kW more power and is the bigger machine by 2,140kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 540kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Merlo P27.6 PLUS is the bigger machine by 2,140kg.
Specifications side by side
| Case Construction Equipment CX25D | Merlo P27.6 PLUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2,710kg (cab) / 2,580kg (canopy) | 4850 kg |
| Engine power | 18.4hp (Yanmar 3TNV76, Stage V) | 55,4 kW at 2,200 rpm |
| Max dig depth | 2,700mm | - |
| Load capacity | - | 2700 kg |
| Lifting height | - | 5.9 m |
Sources: Case Construction Equipment CX25D, Merlo P27.6 PLUS. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the CX25D if...
A compact mini excavator sized for tight gardens, drainage runs and small groundworks jobs rather than large site cuts. Its sub-3-tonne operating weight lets it travel on a plant trailer behind a car-derived van, which is why small tool and plant hire firms keep one alongside larger diggers.
Listed by
- Red Plant Sales Ltd - Colchester, Frating
Buy or hire the P27.6 PLUS if...
- you want one that has 540kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 2,140kg
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 Case Construction Equipment CX25D and the Merlo P27.6 PLUS?
The Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 540kW more power and is the bigger machine by 2,140kg. The Case Construction Equipment CX25D is a 2.5 tonne mini excavator; the Merlo P27.6 PLUS is a compact 2.7 tonne telehandler.
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