Head to head
Kubota U55-4 vs Merlo P27.6 PLUS
The Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 520kW more power. The Kubota U55-4 is the bigger machine by 550kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 520kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Kubota U55-4 is the bigger machine by 550kg.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota U55-4 | Merlo P27.6 PLUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 5400kg | 4850 kg |
| Engine power | 46PS | 55,4 kW at 2,200 rpm |
| Load capacity | - | 2700 kg |
| Lifting height | - | 5.9 m |
Sources: Kubota U55-4, Merlo P27.6 PLUS. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the U55-4 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 550kg
A midi excavator for groundworks, utilities and landscaping contractors. At 5.4 tonnes it arrives on a lorry rather than behind a car.
Listed by
- Yorkshire Plant Sales - Wakefield, Leeds
Buy or hire the P27.6 PLUS if...
- you want one that has 520kW more power
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 U55-4 and the Merlo P27.6 PLUS?
The Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 520kW more power. The Kubota U55-4 is the bigger machine by 550kg. The Kubota U55-4 is a midi excavator, 3 to 6 tonnes; the Merlo P27.6 PLUS is a compact 2.7 tonne telehandler.
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