Head to head
Kubota U48-4 vs Mecalac 6MCR
The Mecalac 6MCR has 524kW more power and is the bigger machine by 925kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Mecalac 6MCR has 524kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Mecalac 6MCR is the bigger machine by 925kg.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota U48-4 | Mecalac 6MCR | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 4775kg | 5700 kg (12,600 lb) / 6100 kg (13,500 lb) |
| Engine power | 40.5PS | 55,4 kW |
| Tail swing radius | - | 1170 mm |
| Travel speed | - | 10 km/h |
Sources: Kubota U48-4, Mecalac 6MCR. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the U48-4 if...
A midi excavator for groundworks, utilities and landscaping contractors. At 4.8 tonnes it arrives on a lorry rather than behind a car.
Listed by
- Standard Plant Hire - Keston
- Red Plant Sales Ltd - Colchester, Frating
Buy or hire the 6MCR if...
- you want one that has 524kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 925kg
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 U48-4 and the Mecalac 6MCR?
The Mecalac 6MCR has 524kW more power and is the bigger machine by 925kg. The Kubota U48-4 is a midi excavator, 3 to 6 tonnes; the Mecalac 6MCR is a 6 tonne crawler skid-excavator with compact tail swing.
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