Head to head
JCB 35Z-1 vs Mecalac 6MCR
The Mecalac 6MCR has 536kW more power and is the bigger machine by 2,144kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Mecalac 6MCR has 536kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Mecalac 6MCR is the bigger machine by 2,144kg.
Specifications side by side
| JCB 35Z-1 | Mecalac 6MCR | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 3556 kg | 5700 kg (12,600 lb) / 6100 kg (13,500 lb) |
| Engine power | 18.4 kW | 55,4 kW |
| Dig depth | 3.48 m | - |
| Dump height | 3.53 m | - |
| Tail swing radius | - | 1170 mm |
| Travel speed | - | 10 km/h |
Sources: JCB 35Z-1, Mecalac 6MCR. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 35Z-1 if...
A common step up from the 2 to 3 tonne diggers for house foundations, utility trenching and landscaping on tight urban sites. Zero tailswing lets it slew close to walls and traffic.
Full 35Z-1 specifications →Buy or hire the 6MCR if...
- you want one that has 536kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 2,144kg
A compact crawler excavator for utility trenching, landscaping and work between buildings where a 2 tonne class footprint is needed with 6 tonne digging performance. Used by groundworks and utility contractors on tight UK sites.
Full 6MCR specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the JCB 35Z-1 and the Mecalac 6MCR?
The Mecalac 6MCR has 536kW more power and is the bigger machine by 2,144kg. The JCB 35Z-1 is a 3.5 tonne zero-tailswing mini excavator; the Mecalac 6MCR is a 6 tonne crawler skid-excavator with compact tail swing.
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