Head to head
Mecalac TA6 vs Merlo TF42.7
The Merlo TF42.7 has 804kW more power and is the bigger machine by 3,655kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Merlo TF42.7 has 804kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Merlo TF42.7 is the bigger machine by 3,655kg.
Specifications side by side
| Mecalac TA6 | Merlo TF42.7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 4145 kg (9138 lb) to 4345 kg (9579 lb) | 7800 kg |
| Engine power | 55 kW (74hp) | 85,9 kW at 2,200 rpm |
| Payload | 6000 kg | - |
| Travel speed | 25 km/h | - |
| Load capacity | - | 4200 kg |
| Lifting height | - | 7 m |
Sources: Mecalac TA6, Merlo TF42.7. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the TA6 if...
A 6 tonne site dumper for groundworks, drainage and general site haulage on UK sites, with a choice of front or swivel skip. It has a foldable ROPS bar with side protection gates.
Full TA6 specifications →Buy or hire the TF42.7 if...
- you want one that has 804kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 3,655kg
A medium-capacity telehandler for heavier lifting on construction, agricultural and industrial sites where a 4.2 tonne capacity is needed at moderate height.
Full TF42.7 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Mecalac TA6 and the Merlo TF42.7?
The Merlo TF42.7 has 804kW more power and is the bigger machine by 3,655kg. The Mecalac TA6 is a 6 tonne site dumper with straight or swivel skip; the Merlo TF42.7 is a 4.2 tonne telehandler.
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