Head to head
Kubota KX060-5 vs Merlo TF42.7
The Merlo TF42.7 has 811kW more power and is the bigger machine by 2,359kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Merlo TF42.7 has 811kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Merlo TF42.7 is the bigger machine by 2,359kg.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota KX060-5 | Merlo TF42.7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 5441 kg | 7800 kg |
| Engine power | 47.6 kw | 85,9 kW at 2,200 rpm |
| Dig depth | 3875 mm | - |
| Width | 1960 mm | - |
| Load capacity | - | 4200 kg |
| Lifting height | - | 7 m |
Sources: Kubota KX060-5, Merlo TF42.7. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the KX060-5 if...
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 TF42.7 if...
- you want one that has 811kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 2,359kg
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 KX060-5 and the Merlo TF42.7?
The Merlo TF42.7 has 811kW more power and is the bigger machine by 2,359kg. The Kubota KX060-5 is a 5 tonne class mini excavator; the Merlo TF42.7 is a 4.2 tonne telehandler.
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