Head to head
JCB 525-60 vs Mecalac 6MCR
The Mecalac 6MCR has 499kW more power and is the bigger machine by 210kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Mecalac 6MCR has 499kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Mecalac 6MCR is the bigger machine by 210kg.
Specifications side by side
| JCB 525-60 | Mecalac 6MCR | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 55 kW | 55,4 kW |
| Operating weight | 5490 kg | 5700 kg (12,600 lb) / 6100 kg (13,500 lb) |
| Max. Lift Capacity | 2500 kg | - |
| Max. Lift Height | 6 m | - |
| Max. Reach | 3.06 m | - |
| Tail swing radius | - | 1170 mm |
| Travel speed | - | 10 km/h |
Sources: JCB 525-60, Mecalac 6MCR. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 525-60 if...
A compact telehandler for builders, roofers and merchants lifting pallets and materials on housing and refurbishment sites, and for yard and farm loading. Its low height and narrow width suit restricted access.
Full 525-60 specifications →Buy or hire the 6MCR if...
- you want one that has 499kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 210kg
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 525-60 and the Mecalac 6MCR?
The Mecalac 6MCR has 499kW more power and is the bigger machine by 210kg. The JCB 525-60 is a 2.5 tonne, 6 m compact telehandler; the Mecalac 6MCR is a 6 tonne crawler skid-excavator with compact tail swing.
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