Head to head
Hitachi ZX350LC-6 vs Merlo TF42.7
The Merlo TF42.7 has 649kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Key differences
- Engine power: the Merlo TF42.7 has 649kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX350LC-6 | Merlo TF42.7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 34,200 - 36,300kg | 7800 kg |
| Engine power | 210kW (ISO14396) | 85,9 kW at 2,200 rpm |
| Dig depth | 6,500 - 7,380mm | - |
| Load capacity | - | 4200 kg |
| Lifting height | - | 7 m |
Sources: Hitachi ZX350LC-6, Merlo TF42.7. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the ZX350LC-6 if...
Sized for bulk earthmoving, quarry and large groundworks contractors who need high dig depth and bucket capacity rather than tight site manoeuvrability. It sits above the typical hire-fleet mid-range and suits larger civils and demolition packages.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Buy or hire the TF42.7 if...
- you want one that has 649kW more power
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 Hitachi ZX350LC-6 and the Merlo TF42.7?
The Merlo TF42.7 has 649kW more power. The Hitachi ZX350LC-6 is a 34-36 tonne large crawler excavator; the Merlo TF42.7 is a 4.2 tonne telehandler.
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