Head to head
Hitachi ZX33U-6 vs Merlo P27.6 PLUS
The Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 535kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 535kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX33U-6 | Merlo P27.6 PLUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 3,320 - 3,720kg | 4850 kg |
| Engine power | 18.8kW | 55,4 kW at 2,200 rpm |
| Dig depth | 2,790 - 3,130mm | - |
| Load capacity | - | 2700 kg |
| Lifting height | - | 5.9 m |
Sources: Hitachi ZX33U-6, Merlo P27.6 PLUS. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the ZX33U-6 if...
A general-purpose mini digger for landscaping, utilities and small groundworks contractors who need to work in gardens, driveways and other access-restricted sites. Its zero tail swing lets it turn on the spot without swinging into fences or walls.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Buy or hire the P27.6 PLUS if...
- you want one that has 535kW more power
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 Hitachi ZX33U-6 and the Merlo P27.6 PLUS?
The Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 535kW more power. The Hitachi ZX33U-6 is a 3.3-3.7 tonne zero tail swing mini excavator; the Merlo P27.6 PLUS is a compact 2.7 tonne telehandler.
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