Head to head
Comacchio GEO 900 vs Mecalac TA6
The Comacchio GEO 900 is a crawler-mounted multipurpose drilling rig. The Mecalac TA6 is a 6 tonne site dumper with straight or swivel skip.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Comacchio GEO 900 | Mecalac TA6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 126-180kW (169-240hp) | 55 kW (74hp) |
| Weight | 16-18 tonnes | - |
| Torque range | 1,300-1,520 daNm | - |
| Feed stroke | 4,000-7,000mm | - |
| Payload | - | 6000 kg |
| Operating weight | - | 4145 kg (9138 lb) to 4345 kg (9579 lb) |
| Travel speed | - | 25 km/h |
Sources: Comacchio GEO 900, Mecalac TA6. 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.
Listed by
- ChapmanPlant - Bristol, Iron Acton
Buy or hire the TA6 if...
A 6 tonne site dumper for groundworks, drainage and general site haulage on UK sites, with a choice of front or swivel skip. It has a foldable ROPS bar with side protection gates.
Full TA6 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Comacchio GEO 900 and the Mecalac TA6?
The Comacchio GEO 900 is a crawler-mounted multipurpose drilling rig; the Mecalac TA6 is a 6 tonne site dumper with straight or swivel skip.
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