Head to head
Manitou MT933 vs Merlo P27.6 PLUS
The Manitou MT933 is the bigger machine by 2,295kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Manitou MT933 is the bigger machine by 2,295kg.
Specifications side by side
| Manitou MT933 | Merlo P27.6 PLUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 7,145kg | 4850 kg |
| Max lift capacity | 3,300kg | - |
| Max lift height | 9.07m | - |
| Load capacity | - | 2700 kg |
| Lifting height | - | 5.9 m |
| Engine power | - | 55,4 kW at 2,200 rpm |
Sources: Manitou MT933, Merlo P27.6 PLUS. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the MT933 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 2,295kg
A mid-size yard telehandler for builders' merchants and construction contractors lifting blocks, pallets and small plant to first or second floor height. Sits in Manitou's compact-to-mid telehandler range rather than the high-reach agricultural end.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
- International Plant Sales - Rochester
Buy or hire the P27.6 PLUS if...
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 Manitou MT933 and the Merlo P27.6 PLUS?
The Manitou MT933 is the bigger machine by 2,295kg. The Manitou MT933 is a 3.3 tonne, 9 metre telescopic handler; the Merlo P27.6 PLUS is a compact 2.7 tonne telehandler.
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