Head to head
Mecalac 6MCR vs Takeuchi TB295W
The Mecalac 6MCR has 469kW more power. The Takeuchi TB295W is the bigger machine by 4,677kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Mecalac 6MCR has 469kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Takeuchi TB295W is the bigger machine by 4,677kg.
Specifications side by side
| Mecalac 6MCR | Takeuchi TB295W | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 5700 kg (12,600 lb) / 6100 kg (13,500 lb) | 10,377kg (10,667kg with outriggers) |
| Engine power | 55,4 kW | 85kW |
| Tail swing radius | 1170 mm | - |
| Travel speed | 10 km/h | - |
| Dig depth | - | 4,115mm |
Sources: Mecalac 6MCR, Takeuchi TB295W. 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 469kW 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 TB295W if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 4,677kg
A road-going wheeled excavator for utility and drainage contractors who need to move between multiple jobs in a day without a low-loader. Its size sits between compact and medium wheeled excavators, giving useful dig depth for pipe and sewer work.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Mecalac 6MCR and the Takeuchi TB295W?
The Mecalac 6MCR has 469kW more power. The Takeuchi TB295W is the bigger machine by 4,677kg. The Mecalac 6MCR is a 6 tonne crawler skid-excavator with compact tail swing; the Takeuchi TB295W is a 10.4 tonne wheeled excavator.
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