Head to head
John Deere 6170R vs Mecalac 9MDX
The Mecalac 9MDX has 429kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Mecalac 9MDX has 429kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| John Deere 6170R | Mecalac 9MDX | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 125kW (170hp) | 55,4 kW (74 hp) |
| Payload | - | 9000 kg |
| Operating weight | - | 5315 kg (11718 lb) to 5715 kg (12600 lb) |
| Travel speed | - | 25 km/h |
Sources: John Deere 6170R, Mecalac 9MDX. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 6170R if...
A mid-size utility tractor used on plant-hire fleets for towing plant trailers, running PTO-driven attachments and general groundwork traction where a dedicated construction tractor unit isn't justified. Suits contractors who need towing capacity rather than pure horsepower.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Buy or hire the 9MDX if...
- you want one that has 429kW more power
A 9 tonne dumper with a fully enclosed ROPS/FOPS cab for bulk earthmoving, civils and road works on UK sites. Available with front tip or swivel skip.
Full 9MDX specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the John Deere 6170R and the Mecalac 9MDX?
The Mecalac 9MDX has 429kW more power. The John Deere 6170R is a 170hp agricultural tractor; the Mecalac 9MDX is a 9 tonne cabbed site dumper.
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