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Comacchio GEO 900 vs Mecalac 6MCR

The Comacchio GEO 900 is a crawler-mounted multipurpose drilling rig. The Mecalac 6MCR is a 6 tonne crawler skid-excavator with compact tail swing.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Comacchio GEO 900
Comacchio GEO 900 - image: Comacchio
Mecalac 6MCR
Mecalac 6MCR - image: Mecalac

Specifications side by side

Comacchio GEO 900Mecalac 6MCR
Engine power126-180kW (169-240hp)55,4 kW
Weight16-18 tonnes-
Torque range1,300-1,520 daNm-
Feed stroke4,000-7,000mm-
Operating weight-5700 kg (12,600 lb) / 6100 kg (13,500 lb)
Tail swing radius-1170 mm
Travel speed-10 km/h

Sources: Comacchio GEO 900, Mecalac 6MCR. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the GEO 900 if...

A crawler-mounted rig for geotechnical investigation, water well and geothermal drilling, adaptable to several drilling methods on the same base machine. Ground investigation and specialist drilling contractors hire it rather than general groundworks firms.

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Buy or hire the 6MCR if...

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 Comacchio GEO 900 and the Mecalac 6MCR?

The Comacchio GEO 900 is a crawler-mounted multipurpose drilling rig; the Mecalac 6MCR is a 6 tonne crawler skid-excavator with compact tail swing.

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