Head to head
Mecalac 6MCR vs Yanmar SV17VT
The Mecalac 6MCR has 441kW more power and is the bigger machine by 4 tonnes.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Mecalac 6MCR has 441kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Mecalac 6MCR is the bigger machine by 4 tonnes.
Specifications side by side
| Mecalac 6MCR | Yanmar SV17VT | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 5700 kg (12,600 lb) / 6100 kg (13,500 lb) | 1700 kg (canopy) / 1790 kg (cabin) |
| Engine power | 55,4 kW | 11,3 kW (at 2400 rpm) |
| Tail swing radius | 1170 mm | - |
| Travel speed | 10 km/h | - |
| Breakout force | - | 16 kN |
| Fuel tank | - | 27 l |
Sources: Mecalac 6MCR, Yanmar SV17VT. 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 441kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 4 tonnes
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 SV17VT if...
A small digger for hire fleets, landscapers and builders on garden work, drainage and small trenches. Light enough to move on a trailer behind a pickup or van.
Full SV17VT specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Mecalac 6MCR and the Yanmar SV17VT?
The Mecalac 6MCR has 441kW more power and is the bigger machine by 4 tonnes. The Mecalac 6MCR is a 6 tonne crawler skid-excavator with compact tail swing; the Yanmar SV17VT is a 1.7 tonne conventional-tail mini excavator.
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