Head to head
Mecalac 6MCR vs Merlo P27.6 PLUS
The Mecalac 6MCR is the bigger machine by 850kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Mecalac 6MCR is the bigger machine by 850kg.
Specifications side by side
| Mecalac 6MCR | Merlo P27.6 PLUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 5700 kg (12,600 lb) / 6100 kg (13,500 lb) | 4850 kg |
| Engine power | 55,4 kW | 55,4 kW at 2,200 rpm |
| Tail swing radius | 1170 mm | - |
| Travel speed | 10 km/h | - |
| Load capacity | - | 2700 kg |
| Lifting height | - | 5.9 m |
Sources: Mecalac 6MCR, Merlo P27.6 PLUS. 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 is the bigger machine by 850kg
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 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 Mecalac 6MCR and the Merlo P27.6 PLUS?
The Mecalac 6MCR is the bigger machine by 850kg. The Mecalac 6MCR is a 6 tonne crawler skid-excavator with compact tail swing; the Merlo P27.6 PLUS is a compact 2.7 tonne telehandler.
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