Head to head
JCB 3T-2 vs Merlo TF42.7
The Merlo TF42.7 has 840kW more power and is the bigger machine by 5,455kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Merlo TF42.7 has 840kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Merlo TF42.7 is the bigger machine by 5,455kg.
Specifications side by side
| JCB 3T-2 | Merlo TF42.7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2345 kg | 7800 kg |
| Engine power | 18.9 kW | 85,9 kW at 2,200 rpm |
| Payload | 3000 kg | - |
| Load capacity | - | 4200 kg |
| Lifting height | - | 7 m |
Sources: JCB 3T-2, Merlo TF42.7. 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 TF42.7 if...
- you want one that has 840kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 5,455kg
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 3T-2 and the Merlo TF42.7?
The Merlo TF42.7 has 840kW more power and is the bigger machine by 5,455kg. The JCB 3T-2 is a 3 tonne payload site dumper with front or swivel tip; the Merlo TF42.7 is a 4.2 tonne telehandler.
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