Head to head
JCB 50Z-2 vs Mecalac 6MCR
The Mecalac 6MCR has 518kW more power and is the bigger machine by 670kg.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Mecalac 6MCR has 518kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Mecalac 6MCR is the bigger machine by 670kg.
Specifications side by side
| JCB 50Z-2 | Mecalac 6MCR | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 5030 kg | 5700 kg (12,600 lb) / 6100 kg (13,500 lb) |
| Engine power | 36 kW | 55,4 kW |
| Dig depth | 3.65 m | - |
| Dump height | 4.08 m | - |
| Tail swing radius | - | 1170 mm |
| Travel speed | - | 10 km/h |
Sources: JCB 50Z-2, Mecalac 6MCR. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 50Z-2 if...
A zero tailswing digger for utility trenching, house foundations and road edge work where the rear of the machine has to stay inside the track width. It is used on civils sites and hire fleets that want a 5 tonne class machine.
Full 50Z-2 specifications →Buy or hire the 6MCR if...
- you want one that has 518kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 670kg
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 50Z-2 and the Mecalac 6MCR?
The Mecalac 6MCR has 518kW more power and is the bigger machine by 670kg. The JCB 50Z-2 is a 5 tonne zero tailswing mini excavator; the Mecalac 6MCR is a 6 tonne crawler skid-excavator with compact tail swing.
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