Head to head
JCB 35Z-1 vs Merlo TF42.7
The Merlo TF42.7 has 841kW more power and is the bigger machine by 4,244kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Merlo TF42.7 has 841kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Merlo TF42.7 is the bigger machine by 4,244kg.
Specifications side by side
| JCB 35Z-1 | Merlo TF42.7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 3556 kg | 7800 kg |
| Engine power | 18.4 kW | 85,9 kW at 2,200 rpm |
| Dig depth | 3.48 m | - |
| Dump height | 3.53 m | - |
| Load capacity | - | 4200 kg |
| Lifting height | - | 7 m |
Sources: JCB 35Z-1, Merlo TF42.7. 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 TF42.7 if...
- you want one that has 841kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 4,244kg
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 JCB 35Z-1 and the Merlo TF42.7?
The Merlo TF42.7 has 841kW more power and is the bigger machine by 4,244kg. The JCB 35Z-1 is a 3.5 tonne zero-tailswing mini excavator; the Merlo TF42.7 is a 4.2 tonne telehandler.
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