Head to head
Mecalac 6MCR vs SANY SY26U
The Mecalac 6MCR has 539kW more power and is the bigger machine by 3,040kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Mecalac 6MCR has 539kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Mecalac 6MCR is the bigger machine by 3,040kg.
Specifications side by side
| Mecalac 6MCR | SANY SY26U | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 5700 kg (12,600 lb) / 6100 kg (13,500 lb) | 2,660 kg |
| Engine power | 55,4 kW | 14.6 kW at 2,400 rpm |
| Tail swing radius | 1170 mm | - |
| Travel speed | 10 km/h | - |
| Dig depth | - | 2,810 mm |
| Transport width | - | 1,550 mm |
Sources: Mecalac 6MCR, SANY SY26U. 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 539kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 3,040kg
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 SY26U if...
The SANY SY26U is a 2.6 tonne mini excavator positioned as a value alternative to the established Kubota, JCB and Takeuchi machines in the same size class, sold in the UK through a small number of appointed dealers. SANY's UK presence is newer and thinner than the market leaders, so buyers weigh the lower purchase price against a less mature parts and resale network. It is more often bought outright by owner-operators than stocked in volume by the large national hire fleets.
Full SY26U specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Mecalac 6MCR and the SANY SY26U?
The Mecalac 6MCR has 539kW more power and is the bigger machine by 3,040kg. The Mecalac 6MCR is a 6 tonne crawler skid-excavator with compact tail swing; the SANY SY26U is a a 2.6 tonne mini excavator.
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