Head to head
Mecalac 6MCR vs Mecalac TA6
The Mecalac 6MCR has 499kW more power and is the bigger machine by 1,555kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Mecalac 6MCR has 499kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Mecalac 6MCR is the bigger machine by 1,555kg.
Specifications side by side
| Mecalac 6MCR | Mecalac TA6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 5700 kg (12,600 lb) / 6100 kg (13,500 lb) | 4145 kg (9138 lb) to 4345 kg (9579 lb) |
| Engine power | 55,4 kW | 55 kW (74hp) |
| Travel speed | 10 km/h | 25 km/h |
| Tail swing radius | 1170 mm | - |
| Payload | - | 6000 kg |
Sources: Mecalac 6MCR, Mecalac TA6. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 6MCR if...
- you want one that has 499kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 1,555kg
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 →Buy or hire the TA6 if...
A 6 tonne site dumper for groundworks, drainage and general site haulage on UK sites, with a choice of front or swivel skip. It has a foldable ROPS bar with side protection gates.
Full TA6 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Mecalac 6MCR and the Mecalac TA6?
The Mecalac 6MCR has 499kW more power and is the bigger machine by 1,555kg. The Mecalac 6MCR is a 6 tonne crawler skid-excavator with compact tail swing; the Mecalac TA6 is a 6 tonne site dumper with straight or swivel skip.
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