Head to head
Mecalac 6MCR vs Volvo A25G
The Volvo A25G is the bigger machine by 17 tonnes. The Mecalac 6MCR has 320kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Volvo A25G is the bigger machine by 17 tonnes.
- Engine power: the Mecalac 6MCR has 320kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Mecalac 6MCR | Volvo A25G | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 5700 kg (12,600 lb) / 6100 kg (13,500 lb) | 22.7 tonnes (empty) |
| Engine power | 55,4 kW | 234kW (Volvo D11M diesel) |
| Tail swing radius | 1170 mm | - |
| Travel speed | 10 km/h | - |
| Payload | - | 25 tonnes |
| Dump body capacity | - | 15.3m3 (SAE heaped) |
Sources: Mecalac 6MCR, Volvo A25G. 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 320kW 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 A25G if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 17 tonnes
A mid-size articulated hauler built for moving bulk material across rough, wet or steep haul roads that a rigid dump truck cannot cross safely. Its 25 tonne payload suits quarry and large groundworks contracts rather than small housebuilding sites.
Listed by
- Daly Plant Hire Ltd - Tadworth, Kingswood
Common questions
What is the difference between the Mecalac 6MCR and the Volvo A25G?
The Volvo A25G is the bigger machine by 17 tonnes. The Mecalac 6MCR has 320kW more power. The Mecalac 6MCR is a 6 tonne crawler skid-excavator with compact tail swing; the Volvo A25G is a articulated dump truck.
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