Head to head
JCB 1T-2 vs Mecalac TA6
The Mecalac TA6 carries 5 tonnes more and has 39kW more power.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Mecalac TA6 carries 5 tonnes more.
- Engine power: the Mecalac TA6 has 39kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Mecalac TA6 is the bigger machine by 2,630kg.
Specifications side by side
| JCB 1T-2 | Mecalac TA6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Payload | 1000 kg | 6000 kg |
| Engine power | 16.1 kW | 55 kW (74hp) |
| Operating weight | 1515 kg | 4145 kg (9138 lb) to 4345 kg (9579 lb) |
| Travel speed | - | 25 km/h |
Sources: JCB 1T-2, Mecalac TA6. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 1T-2 if...
A compact 1 tonne dumper that fits through garden gates and narrow site access, used for moving soil, spoil and aggregate on small builds and landscaping jobs. Hire fleets use it where a larger 3 tonne dumper will not fit.
Full 1T-2 specifications →Buy or hire the TA6 if...
- you want one that carries 5 tonnes more
- you want one that has 39kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 2,630kg
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 JCB 1T-2 and the Mecalac TA6?
The Mecalac TA6 carries 5 tonnes more and has 39kW more power. The JCB 1T-2 is a 1 tonne high tip site dumper; the Mecalac TA6 is a 6 tonne site dumper with straight or swivel skip.
Which carries more, the JCB 1T-2 or the Mecalac TA6?
The Mecalac TA6, by 5 tonnes.
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