Head to head
JCB 535-95 vs Mecalac TA6
The JCB 535-95 is a telescopic handler (telehandler). The Mecalac TA6 is a 6 tonne site dumper with straight or swivel skip.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Specifications side by side
| JCB 535-95 | Mecalac TA6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 55kW (75hp), Stage V compliant | 55 kW (74hp) |
| Payload | - | 6000 kg |
| Operating weight | - | 4145 kg (9138 lb) to 4345 kg (9579 lb) |
| Travel speed | - | 25 km/h |
Sources: JCB 535-95, Mecalac TA6. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 535-95 if...
A mid-size telehandler used on building sites and farms to lift and place pallets, muck-away skips and building materials at height and reach. Plant hire fleets keep it as a general-purpose lifting machine alongside dedicated forklifts.
Listed by
- Red Plant Sales Ltd - Colchester, Frating
Buy or hire the TA6 if...
A 6 tonne site dumper for groundworks, drainage and general site haulage on UK sites, with a choice of front or swivel skip. It has a foldable ROPS bar with side protection gates.
Full TA6 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the JCB 535-95 and the Mecalac TA6?
The JCB 535-95 is a telescopic handler (telehandler); the Mecalac TA6 is a 6 tonne site dumper with straight or swivel skip.
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