Head to head
JCB 525-60 vs Merlo P27.6 PLUS
The Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 499kW more power. The JCB 525-60 is the bigger machine by 640kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 499kW more power.
- Operating weight: the JCB 525-60 is the bigger machine by 640kg.
Specifications side by side
| JCB 525-60 | Merlo P27.6 PLUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 55 kW | 55,4 kW at 2,200 rpm |
| Operating weight | 5490 kg | 4850 kg |
| Max. Lift Capacity | 2500 kg | - |
| Max. Lift Height | 6 m | - |
| Max. Reach | 3.06 m | - |
| Load capacity | - | 2700 kg |
| Lifting height | - | 5.9 m |
Sources: JCB 525-60, Merlo P27.6 PLUS. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 525-60 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 640kg
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 P27.6 PLUS if...
- you want one that has 499kW more power
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 525-60 and the Merlo P27.6 PLUS?
The Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 499kW more power. The JCB 525-60 is the bigger machine by 640kg. The JCB 525-60 is a 2.5 tonne, 6 m compact telehandler; the Merlo P27.6 PLUS is a compact 2.7 tonne telehandler.
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