Head to head
Mecalac 6MCR vs Merlo TF42.7
The Merlo TF42.7 has 305kW more power and is the bigger machine by 2.1 tonnes.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Merlo TF42.7 has 305kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Merlo TF42.7 is the bigger machine by 2.1 tonnes.
Specifications side by side
| Mecalac 6MCR | Merlo TF42.7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 5700 kg (12,600 lb) / 6100 kg (13,500 lb) | 7800 kg |
| Engine power | 55,4 kW | 85,9 kW at 2,200 rpm |
| Tail swing radius | 1170 mm | - |
| Travel speed | 10 km/h | - |
| Load capacity | - | 4200 kg |
| Lifting height | - | 7 m |
Sources: Mecalac 6MCR, Merlo TF42.7. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 6MCR if...
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 TF42.7 if...
- you want one that has 305kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 2.1 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 Mecalac 6MCR and the Merlo TF42.7?
The Merlo TF42.7 has 305kW more power and is the bigger machine by 2.1 tonnes. The Mecalac 6MCR is a 6 tonne crawler skid-excavator with compact tail swing; the Merlo TF42.7 is a 4.2 tonne telehandler.
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