Head to head
Kubota KX016-4 vs Mecalac 6MCR
The Mecalac 6MCR has 544kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Mecalac 6MCR has 544kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota KX016-4 | Mecalac 6MCR | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | up to 1540kg | 5700 kg (12,600 lb) / 6100 kg (13,500 lb) |
| Engine power | 9.6kW (13hp) | 55,4 kW |
| Dig depth | 2250mm | - |
| Width | 1240mm | - |
| Tail swing radius | - | 1170 mm |
| Travel speed | - | 10 km/h |
Sources: Kubota KX016-4, Mecalac 6MCR. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the KX016-4 if...
The 1.5 tonne class is the busiest size in UK hire fleets. At 1,540kg it goes on a braked plant trailer behind a large 4x4 or pickup, and digs to 2250mm for footings, drainage runs and fence posts.
Full KX016-4 specifications →Buy or hire the 6MCR if...
- you want one that has 544kW more power
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 KX016-4 and the Mecalac 6MCR?
The Mecalac 6MCR has 544kW more power. The Kubota KX016-4 is a 1.5 tonne class mini excavator; the Mecalac 6MCR is a 6 tonne crawler skid-excavator with compact tail swing.
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