Head to head
JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel vs Merlo P27.6 PLUS
The Merlo P27.6 PLUS is the bigger machine by 10kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Merlo P27.6 PLUS is the bigger machine by 10kg.
Specifications side by side
| JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel | Merlo P27.6 PLUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 4,840kg | 4850 kg |
| Skip capacity | 3,191 litres (heaped) | - |
| Load capacity | - | 2700 kg |
| Lifting height | - | 5.9 m |
| Engine power | - | 55,4 kW at 2,200 rpm |
Sources: JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel, Merlo P27.6 PLUS. 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 P27.6 PLUS if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 10kg
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 6ST-2S5 Swivel and the Merlo P27.6 PLUS?
The Merlo P27.6 PLUS is the bigger machine by 10kg. The JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel is a 6 tonne swivel-skip site dumper; the Merlo P27.6 PLUS is a compact 2.7 tonne telehandler.
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