Head to head
Merlo P27.6 PLUS vs Takeuchi TB230
The Merlo P27.6 PLUS is the bigger machine by 1,975kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Merlo P27.6 PLUS is the bigger machine by 1,975kg.
Specifications side by side
| Merlo P27.6 PLUS | Takeuchi TB230 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 4850 kg | 2875 kg |
| Load capacity | 2700 kg | - |
| Lifting height | 5.9 m | - |
| Engine power | 55,4 kW at 2,200 rpm | - |
| Dig depth | - | 2835 mm |
| Dump height | - | 3230 mm |
| Breakout force | - | 20.9 kN |
Sources: Merlo P27.6 PLUS, Takeuchi TB230. 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 1,975kg
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 TB230 if...
A 3 tonne class digger used by hire companies, utility contractors and builders for trenching, drainage and foundations. Suits sites where a larger 3.5 tonne machine is too wide or heavy.
Full TB230 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Merlo P27.6 PLUS and the Takeuchi TB230?
The Merlo P27.6 PLUS is the bigger machine by 1,975kg. The Merlo P27.6 PLUS is a compact 2.7 tonne telehandler; the Takeuchi TB230 is a 2.8 tonne compact excavator.
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