Head to head
JCB 3T-2 vs Mecalac 6MCR
The Mecalac 6MCR has 535kW more power and is the bigger machine by 3,355kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Mecalac 6MCR has 535kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Mecalac 6MCR is the bigger machine by 3,355kg.
Specifications side by side
| JCB 3T-2 | Mecalac 6MCR | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2345 kg | 5700 kg (12,600 lb) / 6100 kg (13,500 lb) |
| Engine power | 18.9 kW | 55,4 kW |
| Payload | 3000 kg | - |
| Tail swing radius | - | 1170 mm |
| Travel speed | - | 10 km/h |
Sources: JCB 3T-2, Mecalac 6MCR. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 3T-2 if...
A mid-size site dumper for moving spoil, aggregate and concrete on building and landscaping sites. Common on hire fleets for groundworks where a 1 tonne or 6 tonne machine is the wrong size.
Full 3T-2 specifications →Buy or hire the 6MCR if...
- you want one that has 535kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 3,355kg
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 3T-2 and the Mecalac 6MCR?
The Mecalac 6MCR has 535kW more power and is the bigger machine by 3,355kg. The JCB 3T-2 is a 3 tonne payload site dumper with front or swivel tip; the Mecalac 6MCR is a 6 tonne crawler skid-excavator with compact tail swing.
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