Head to head
Kubota KX060-5 vs Merlo P27.6 PLUS
The Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 506kW more power. The Kubota KX060-5 is the bigger machine by 591kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 506kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Kubota KX060-5 is the bigger machine by 591kg.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota KX060-5 | Merlo P27.6 PLUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 5441 kg | 4850 kg |
| Engine power | 47.6 kw | 55,4 kW at 2,200 rpm |
| Dig depth | 3875 mm | - |
| Width | 1960 mm | - |
| Load capacity | - | 2700 kg |
| Lifting height | - | 5.9 m |
Sources: Kubota KX060-5, Merlo P27.6 PLUS. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the KX060-5 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 591kg
A 5 tonne class digger for groundworks and civils contractors on deeper trenching, pipe laying and loading, and a common step up from 3 to 4 tonne hire machines.
Full KX060-5 specifications →Buy or hire the P27.6 PLUS if...
- you want one that has 506kW more power
A compact telehandler for building sites, farms, estates and landscaping where space is tight but 2.7 tonne lifts to about 6 metres are needed.
Full P27.6 PLUS specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Kubota KX060-5 and the Merlo P27.6 PLUS?
The Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 506kW more power. The Kubota KX060-5 is the bigger machine by 591kg. The Kubota KX060-5 is a 5 tonne class mini excavator; the Merlo P27.6 PLUS is a compact 2.7 tonne telehandler.
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