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Mecalac 6MCR vs MTS Dino 5

The Mecalac 6MCR has 224kW more power.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Mecalac 6MCR
Mecalac 6MCR - image: Mecalac
MTS Dino 5
MTS Dino 5 - image: McGovern Plant Hire

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Mecalac 6MCRMTS Dino 5
Engine power55,4 kW330 kW (triple fan system)
Operating weight5700 kg (12,600 lb) / 6100 kg (13,500 lb)-
Tail swing radius1170 mm-
Travel speed10 km/h-
Tank capacity-12 m3
Suction hose diameter-250mm

Sources: Mecalac 6MCR, MTS Dino 5. 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 224kW more power

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 Dino 5 if...

The Dino 5 suits utility and drainage contractors who need to expose buried pipes and cables without a digger, using suction rather than a bucket to avoid damaging services. Its triple-fan system is built for contractors who need strong continuous suction on site rather than the largest tank on offer.

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Common questions

What is the difference between the Mecalac 6MCR and the MTS Dino 5?

The Mecalac 6MCR has 224kW more power. The Mecalac 6MCR is a 6 tonne crawler skid-excavator with compact tail swing; the MTS Dino 5 is a a truck-mounted suction excavator from German manufacturer MTS, part of its Dino range for vacuum excavation and drainage work..

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