Head to head
Kubota U10-3 vs Merlo P27.6 PLUS
The Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 547kW more power and is the bigger machine by 3,730kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 547kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Merlo P27.6 PLUS is the bigger machine by 3,730kg.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota U10-3 | Merlo P27.6 PLUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1120kg | 4850 kg |
| Engine power | 10.2PS | 55,4 kW at 2,200 rpm |
| Load capacity | - | 2700 kg |
| Lifting height | - | 5.9 m |
Sources: Kubota U10-3, Merlo P27.6 PLUS. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the U10-3 if...
A micro digger. At 1,120kg 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
- Compact Plant Sales - Farnham
Buy or hire the P27.6 PLUS if...
- you want one that has 547kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 3,730kg
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 U10-3 and the Merlo P27.6 PLUS?
The Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 547kW more power and is the bigger machine by 3,730kg. The Kubota U10-3 is a micro excavator, under 1.3 tonnes; the Merlo P27.6 PLUS is a compact 2.7 tonne telehandler.
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