Head to head
Merlo P27.6 PLUS vs Niftylift HR15 4x4
The Merlo P27.6 PLUS is the bigger machine by 350kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Merlo P27.6 PLUS is the bigger machine by 350kg.
Specifications side by side
| Merlo P27.6 PLUS | Niftylift HR15 4x4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 4850 kg | 4,500kg diesel, 4,800kg hybrid, stated as minimum |
| Load capacity | 2700 kg | - |
| Lifting height | 5.9 m | - |
| Engine power | 55,4 kW at 2,200 rpm | - |
| Working height | - | 15.7m (51ft 6in) |
| Working outreach | - | 9.4m (31ft) |
| Platform capacity | - | 225kg |
Sources: Merlo P27.6 PLUS, Niftylift HR15 4x4. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the P27.6 PLUS if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 350kg
A compact telehandler for building sites, farms, estates and landscaping where space is tight but 2.7 tonne lifts to about 6 metres are needed.
Full P27.6 PLUS specifications →Buy or hire the HR15 4x4 if...
A British-built boom lift favoured by hire fleets for its narrow 2m width and tight turning circle, which let it reach working heights that normally require a much larger machine on a more constrained site. The flexible boom design allows working up and over obstacles.
Full HR15 4x4 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Merlo P27.6 PLUS and the Niftylift HR15 4x4?
The Merlo P27.6 PLUS is the bigger machine by 350kg. The Merlo P27.6 PLUS is a compact 2.7 tonne telehandler; the Niftylift HR15 4x4 is a self-propelled articulating boom lift.
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