Head to head
JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel vs Mecalac 6MCR
The Mecalac 6MCR is the bigger machine by 860kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Mecalac 6MCR is the bigger machine by 860kg.
Specifications side by side
| JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel | Mecalac 6MCR | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 4,840kg | 5700 kg (12,600 lb) / 6100 kg (13,500 lb) |
| Skip capacity | 3,191 litres (heaped) | - |
| Engine power | - | 55,4 kW |
| Tail swing radius | - | 1170 mm |
| Travel speed | - | 10 km/h |
Sources: JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel, Mecalac 6MCR. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 6ST-2S5 Swivel if...
Suits groundworkers who need to tip to the side or rear without turning the whole machine, useful in trenches or narrow access where reversing to line up a straight-tip skip is awkward. The 6 tonne capacity sits in the middle of JCB's swivel dumper range.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Buy or hire the 6MCR if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 860kg
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 6ST-2S5 Swivel and the Mecalac 6MCR?
The Mecalac 6MCR is the bigger machine by 860kg. The JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel is a 6 tonne swivel-skip site dumper; the Mecalac 6MCR is a 6 tonne crawler skid-excavator with compact tail swing.
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