Head to head
Kubota U36-4 vs Merlo P27.6 PLUS
The Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 536kW more power and is the bigger machine by 1,095kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 536kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Merlo P27.6 PLUS is the bigger machine by 1,095kg.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota U36-4 | Merlo P27.6 PLUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 3755 kg | 4850 kg |
| Engine power | 17.8 kw | 55,4 kW at 2,200 rpm |
| Dig depth | 3410 mm | - |
| Width | 1700 mm | - |
| Load capacity | - | 2700 kg |
| Lifting height | - | 5.9 m |
Sources: Kubota U36-4, Merlo P27.6 PLUS. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the U36-4 if...
A zero-tail swing digger for builders, utility firms and hire fleets working beside walls, fences and live traffic. Common for trenching, foundations and drainage on urban sites.
Full U36-4 specifications →Buy or hire the P27.6 PLUS if...
- you want one that has 536kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 1,095kg
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 U36-4 and the Merlo P27.6 PLUS?
The Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 536kW more power and is the bigger machine by 1,095kg. The Kubota U36-4 is a 3.5 tonne zero-tail swing compact excavator; the Merlo P27.6 PLUS is a compact 2.7 tonne telehandler.
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