Head to head
Comacchio GEO 900 vs Merlo TF42.7
The Comacchio GEO 900 is a crawler-mounted multipurpose drilling rig. The Merlo TF42.7 is a 4.2 tonne telehandler.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Comacchio GEO 900 | Merlo TF42.7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 126-180kW (169-240hp) | 85,9 kW at 2,200 rpm |
| Weight | 16-18 tonnes | - |
| Torque range | 1,300-1,520 daNm | - |
| Feed stroke | 4,000-7,000mm | - |
| Operating weight | - | 7800 kg |
| Load capacity | - | 4200 kg |
| Lifting height | - | 7 m |
Sources: Comacchio GEO 900, Merlo TF42.7. 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 TF42.7 if...
A medium-capacity telehandler for heavier lifting on construction, agricultural and industrial sites where a 4.2 tonne capacity is needed at moderate height.
Full TF42.7 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Comacchio GEO 900 and the Merlo TF42.7?
The Comacchio GEO 900 is a crawler-mounted multipurpose drilling rig; the Merlo TF42.7 is a 4.2 tonne telehandler.
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