Head to head
Mecalac TA6 vs Volvo ECR88D
The Mecalac TA6 is a 6 tonne site dumper with straight or swivel skip. The Volvo ECR88D is a reduced tail swing excavator.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Mecalac TA6 | Volvo ECR88D | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 4145 kg (9138 lb) to 4345 kg (9579 lb) | 8,620 - 9,980 kg |
| Payload | 6000 kg | - |
| Engine power | 55 kW (74hp) | - |
| Travel speed | 25 km/h | - |
| Gross power | - | 43 kW |
| Bucket capacity | - | 0.08 - 0.33 m3 |
| Overall width | - | 2,300 mm |
| Overall length | - | 6,370 mm |
Sources: Mecalac TA6, Volvo ECR88D. 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 ECR88D if...
An 8-9 tonne reduced tail swing excavator used for groundworks in restricted spaces, common in UK plant hire and plant sales fleets.
Listed by
- Plant and Commercial Sales Limited - Leeds, Holbeck
Common questions
What is the difference between the Mecalac TA6 and the Volvo ECR88D?
The Mecalac TA6 is a 6 tonne site dumper with straight or swivel skip; the Volvo ECR88D is a reduced tail swing excavator.
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