Head to head
JCB STH-2S5 Swivel vs Merlo P27.6 PLUS
The Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 535kW more power and is the bigger machine by 2,460kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 535kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Merlo P27.6 PLUS is the bigger machine by 2,460kg.
Specifications side by side
| JCB STH-2S5 Swivel | Merlo P27.6 PLUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2,390kg | 4850 kg |
| Engine power | 18.9kW | 55,4 kW at 2,200 rpm |
| Skip capacity | 1,615 litres (heaped) | - |
| Load capacity | - | 2700 kg |
| Lifting height | - | 5.9 m |
Sources: JCB STH-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 STH-2S5 Swivel if...
A compact swivel dumper for smaller groundworks and landscaping contractors who need to tip to the side without repositioning, popular on domestic extension and garden sites where access is tight.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Buy or hire the P27.6 PLUS if...
- you want one that has 535kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 2,460kg
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 STH-2S5 Swivel and the Merlo P27.6 PLUS?
The Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 535kW more power and is the bigger machine by 2,460kg. The JCB STH-2S5 Swivel is a 3 tonne swivel-skip site dumper; the Merlo P27.6 PLUS is a compact 2.7 tonne telehandler.
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