Head to head
Kubota K008-3 vs Mecalac 6MCR
The Mecalac 6MCR has 547kW more power and is the bigger machine by 4,720kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Mecalac 6MCR has 547kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Mecalac 6MCR is the bigger machine by 4,720kg.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota K008-3 | Mecalac 6MCR | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 980kg | 5700 kg (12,600 lb) / 6100 kg (13,500 lb) |
| Engine power | 10.2PS | 55,4 kW |
| Tail swing radius | - | 1170 mm |
| Travel speed | - | 10 km/h |
Sources: Kubota K008-3, Mecalac 6MCR. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the K008-3 if...
A micro digger. At 980kg it is the machine people hire for back gardens, small drainage runs and work inside buildings. It is light enough to move on a small braked plant trailer.
Listed by
- MY Tool Hire Ltd - Harrow
- South East Plant Hire Ltd - Dartford, Eynsford
Buy or hire the 6MCR if...
- you want one that has 547kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 4,720kg
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 Kubota K008-3 and the Mecalac 6MCR?
The Mecalac 6MCR has 547kW more power and is the bigger machine by 4,720kg. The Kubota K008-3 is a micro excavator, under 1.3 tonnes; the Mecalac 6MCR is a 6 tonne crawler skid-excavator with compact tail swing.
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