Head to head
Kubota K008-3 vs Merlo TF42.7
The Merlo TF42.7 has 852kW more power and is the bigger machine by 6,820kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Merlo TF42.7 has 852kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Merlo TF42.7 is the bigger machine by 6,820kg.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota K008-3 | Merlo TF42.7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 980kg | 7800 kg |
| Engine power | 10.2PS | 85,9 kW at 2,200 rpm |
| Load capacity | - | 4200 kg |
| Lifting height | - | 7 m |
Sources: Kubota K008-3, Merlo TF42.7. 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 TF42.7 if...
- you want one that has 852kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 6,820kg
A medium-capacity telehandler for heavier lifting on construction, agricultural and industrial sites where a 4.2 tonne capacity is needed at moderate height.
Full TF42.7 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Kubota K008-3 and the Merlo TF42.7?
The Merlo TF42.7 has 852kW more power and is the bigger machine by 6,820kg. The Kubota K008-3 is a micro excavator, under 1.3 tonnes; the Merlo TF42.7 is a 4.2 tonne telehandler.
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