Head to head
JCB 25Z-1 vs Merlo P27.6 PLUS
The Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 536kW more power and is the bigger machine by 2.3 tonnes.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 536kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Merlo P27.6 PLUS is the bigger machine by 2.3 tonnes.
Specifications side by side
| JCB 25Z-1 | Merlo P27.6 PLUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2550 kg | 4850 kg |
| Engine power | 18.4 kW | 55,4 kW at 2,200 rpm |
| Dig depth | 2.82 m | - |
| Dump height | 3 m | - |
| Load capacity | - | 2700 kg |
| Lifting height | - | 5.9 m |
Sources: JCB 25Z-1, Merlo P27.6 PLUS. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 25Z-1 if...
Used by hire firms and small contractors for patios, drainage, footings and work next to walls and fences where a zero-tailswing machine is needed. Sits in the weight class that can be towed on a trailer in restricted regions.
Full 25Z-1 specifications →Buy or hire the P27.6 PLUS if...
- you want one that has 536kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 2.3 tonnes
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 JCB 25Z-1 and the Merlo P27.6 PLUS?
The Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 536kW more power and is the bigger machine by 2.3 tonnes. The JCB 25Z-1 is a 2.5 tonne zero-tailswing mini excavator; the Merlo P27.6 PLUS is a compact 2.7 tonne telehandler.
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