Head to head
Comacchio GEO 900 vs Merlo P27.6 PLUS
The Comacchio GEO 900 is a crawler-mounted multipurpose drilling rig. The Merlo P27.6 PLUS is a compact 2.7 tonne telehandler.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Comacchio GEO 900 | Merlo P27.6 PLUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 126-180kW (169-240hp) | 55,4 kW at 2,200 rpm |
| Weight | 16-18 tonnes | - |
| Torque range | 1,300-1,520 daNm | - |
| Feed stroke | 4,000-7,000mm | - |
| Operating weight | - | 4850 kg |
| Load capacity | - | 2700 kg |
| Lifting height | - | 5.9 m |
Sources: Comacchio GEO 900, Merlo P27.6 PLUS. 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 P27.6 PLUS if...
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 Comacchio GEO 900 and the Merlo P27.6 PLUS?
The Comacchio GEO 900 is a crawler-mounted multipurpose drilling rig; the Merlo P27.6 PLUS is a compact 2.7 tonne telehandler.
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