Head to head
Mecalac 6MCR vs Takeuchi TB230
The Mecalac 6MCR is the bigger machine by 2,825kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Mecalac 6MCR is the bigger machine by 2,825kg.
Specifications side by side
| Mecalac 6MCR | Takeuchi TB230 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 5700 kg (12,600 lb) / 6100 kg (13,500 lb) | 2875 kg |
| Engine power | 55,4 kW | - |
| Tail swing radius | 1170 mm | - |
| Travel speed | 10 km/h | - |
| Dig depth | - | 2835 mm |
| Dump height | - | 3230 mm |
| Breakout force | - | 20.9 kN |
Sources: Mecalac 6MCR, Takeuchi TB230. 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 2,825kg
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 TB230 if...
A 3 tonne class digger used by hire companies, utility contractors and builders for trenching, drainage and foundations. Suits sites where a larger 3.5 tonne machine is too wide or heavy.
Full TB230 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Mecalac 6MCR and the Takeuchi TB230?
The Mecalac 6MCR is the bigger machine by 2,825kg. The Mecalac 6MCR is a 6 tonne crawler skid-excavator with compact tail swing; the Takeuchi TB230 is a 2.8 tonne compact excavator.
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