Head to head
Mecalac TA6 vs SANY SY26U
The Mecalac TA6 has 40kW more power and is the bigger machine by 1,485kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Mecalac TA6 has 40kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Mecalac TA6 is the bigger machine by 1,485kg.
Specifications side by side
| Mecalac TA6 | SANY SY26U | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 4145 kg (9138 lb) to 4345 kg (9579 lb) | 2,660 kg |
| Engine power | 55 kW (74hp) | 14.6 kW at 2,400 rpm |
| Payload | 6000 kg | - |
| Travel speed | 25 km/h | - |
| Dig depth | - | 2,810 mm |
| Transport width | - | 1,550 mm |
Sources: Mecalac TA6, SANY SY26U. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the TA6 if...
- you want one that has 40kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 1,485kg
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 SY26U if...
The SANY SY26U is a 2.6 tonne mini excavator positioned as a value alternative to the established Kubota, JCB and Takeuchi machines in the same size class, sold in the UK through a small number of appointed dealers. SANY's UK presence is newer and thinner than the market leaders, so buyers weigh the lower purchase price against a less mature parts and resale network. It is more often bought outright by owner-operators than stocked in volume by the large national hire fleets.
Full SY26U specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Mecalac TA6 and the SANY SY26U?
The Mecalac TA6 has 40kW more power and is the bigger machine by 1,485kg. The Mecalac TA6 is a 6 tonne site dumper with straight or swivel skip; the SANY SY26U is a a 2.6 tonne mini excavator.
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