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Mecalac 9MDX vs Merlo P30.10

The Merlo P30.10 is the bigger machine by 2,285kg.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Mecalac 9MDX
Mecalac 9MDX - image: Mecalac
Merlo P30.10
Merlo P30.10 - image: Molson Group

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Mecalac 9MDXMerlo P30.10
Operating weight5315 kg (11718 lb) to 5715 kg (12600 lb)7600 kg
Engine power55,4 kW (74 hp)55,4 kW at 2,200 rpm
Payload9000 kg-
Travel speed25 km/h-
Load capacity-3000 kg
Lifting height-9.8 m

Sources: Mecalac 9MDX, Merlo P30.10. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the 9MDX if...

A 9 tonne dumper with a fully enclosed ROPS/FOPS cab for bulk earthmoving, civils and road works on UK sites. Available with front tip or swivel skip.

Full 9MDX specifications →

Buy or hire the P30.10 if...

  • you want one that is the bigger machine by 2,285kg

A telehandler with a 3 tonne capacity and a lift of nearly 10 metres, for building and construction work such as loading roofs and upper floors on UK sites.

Full P30.10 specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Mecalac 9MDX and the Merlo P30.10?

The Merlo P30.10 is the bigger machine by 2,285kg. The Mecalac 9MDX is a 9 tonne cabbed site dumper; the Merlo P30.10 is a 3 tonne telehandler with 10 metre class lift.

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