Head to head
Kubota K008-5 vs Merlo TF42.7
The Merlo TF42.7 has 851kW more power and is the bigger machine by 6,825kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Merlo TF42.7 has 851kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Merlo TF42.7 is the bigger machine by 6,825kg.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota K008-5 | Merlo TF42.7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 975kg | 7800 kg |
| Engine power | 7.6kW | 85,9 kW at 2,200 rpm |
| Dig depth | 1,720mm | - |
| Load capacity | - | 4200 kg |
| Lifting height | - | 7 m |
Sources: Kubota K008-5, Merlo TF42.7. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the K008-5 if...
The smallest class of digger, used by landscapers and utility contractors for work inside buildings, through standard doorways or in back gardens where nothing larger will fit. Its retractable undercarriage narrows it further for tight access.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
- Compact Plant Sales - Farnham
- Beaver Tool Hire - Isleworth, Twickenham
Buy or hire the TF42.7 if...
- you want one that has 851kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 6,825kg
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 K008-5 and the Merlo TF42.7?
The Merlo TF42.7 has 851kW more power and is the bigger machine by 6,825kg. The Kubota K008-5 is a 0.8 tonne micro excavator; the Merlo TF42.7 is a 4.2 tonne telehandler.
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