Head to head
Kubota U55-4 vs Merlo TF42.7
The Merlo TF42.7 has 825kW more power and is the bigger machine by 2.4 tonnes.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Merlo TF42.7 has 825kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Merlo TF42.7 is the bigger machine by 2.4 tonnes.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota U55-4 | Merlo TF42.7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 5400kg | 7800 kg |
| Engine power | 46PS | 85,9 kW at 2,200 rpm |
| Load capacity | - | 4200 kg |
| Lifting height | - | 7 m |
Sources: Kubota U55-4, Merlo TF42.7. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the U55-4 if...
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 TF42.7 if...
- you want one that has 825kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 2.4 tonnes
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 U55-4 and the Merlo TF42.7?
The Merlo TF42.7 has 825kW more power and is the bigger machine by 2.4 tonnes. The Kubota U55-4 is a midi excavator, 3 to 6 tonnes; the Merlo TF42.7 is a 4.2 tonne telehandler.
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