Head to head
JCB 3T-2 vs Merlo P27.6 PLUS
The Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 535kW more power and is the bigger machine by 2,505kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 535kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Merlo P27.6 PLUS is the bigger machine by 2,505kg.
Specifications side by side
| JCB 3T-2 | Merlo P27.6 PLUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2345 kg | 4850 kg |
| Engine power | 18.9 kW | 55,4 kW at 2,200 rpm |
| Payload | 3000 kg | - |
| Load capacity | - | 2700 kg |
| Lifting height | - | 5.9 m |
Sources: JCB 3T-2, Merlo P27.6 PLUS. 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 P27.6 PLUS if...
- you want one that has 535kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 2,505kg
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 3T-2 and the Merlo P27.6 PLUS?
The Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 535kW more power and is the bigger machine by 2,505kg. The JCB 3T-2 is a 3 tonne payload site dumper with front or swivel tip; the Merlo P27.6 PLUS is a compact 2.7 tonne telehandler.
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