Head to head
Merlo P27.6 PLUS vs Takeuchi TB225
The Merlo P27.6 PLUS is the bigger machine by 2,450kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Merlo P27.6 PLUS is the bigger machine by 2,450kg.
Specifications side by side
| Merlo P27.6 PLUS | Takeuchi TB225 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 4850 kg | 2400 kg |
| Load capacity | 2700 kg | - |
| Lifting height | 5.9 m | - |
| Engine power | 55,4 kW at 2,200 rpm | - |
| Dig depth | - | 2580 mm |
| Dump height | - | 2875 mm |
| Breakout force | - | 19.3 kN |
Sources: Merlo P27.6 PLUS, Takeuchi TB225. 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 2,450kg
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 TB225 if...
A towable 2 to 2.5 tonne digger for hire fleets, groundworkers and landscapers on drainage, small foundations and garden work. The extendable track frame lets it pass through narrow gaps and then widen for stability.
Full TB225 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Merlo P27.6 PLUS and the Takeuchi TB225?
The Merlo P27.6 PLUS is the bigger machine by 2,450kg. The Merlo P27.6 PLUS is a compact 2.7 tonne telehandler; the Takeuchi TB225 is a 2.4 tonne compact excavator with extendable tracks.
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