Head to head
Kubota U50-5 vs Merlo TF42.7
The Merlo TF42.7 has 819kW more power and is the bigger machine by 3,025kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Merlo TF42.7 has 819kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Merlo TF42.7 is the bigger machine by 3,025kg.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota U50-5 | Merlo TF42.7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 4,775kg | 7800 kg |
| Engine power | 40.4kW | 85,9 kW at 2,200 rpm |
| Dig depth | 3,370mm | - |
| Load capacity | - | 4200 kg |
| Lifting height | - | 7 m |
Sources: Kubota U50-5, Merlo TF42.7. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the U50-5 if...
A mid-size mini excavator for groundworkers who need more reach and dig depth than the smaller Kubota models while still keeping a compact machine for site access. Suits drainage, footings and utility trenching.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
- Standard Plant Hire - Keston
Buy or hire the TF42.7 if...
- you want one that has 819kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 3,025kg
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 U50-5 and the Merlo TF42.7?
The Merlo TF42.7 has 819kW more power and is the bigger machine by 3,025kg. The Kubota U50-5 is a 4.8 tonne mini excavator; the Merlo TF42.7 is a 4.2 tonne telehandler.
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