Head to head
Merlo P27.6 PLUS vs Takeuchi TB295W
The Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 469kW more power. The Takeuchi TB295W is the bigger machine by 5,527kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 469kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Takeuchi TB295W is the bigger machine by 5,527kg.
Specifications side by side
| Merlo P27.6 PLUS | Takeuchi TB295W | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 4850 kg | 10,377kg (10,667kg with outriggers) |
| Engine power | 55,4 kW at 2,200 rpm | 85kW |
| Load capacity | 2700 kg | - |
| Lifting height | 5.9 m | - |
| Dig depth | - | 4,115mm |
Sources: Merlo P27.6 PLUS, Takeuchi TB295W. 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 has 469kW more power
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 TB295W if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 5,527kg
A road-going wheeled excavator for utility and drainage contractors who need to move between multiple jobs in a day without a low-loader. Its size sits between compact and medium wheeled excavators, giving useful dig depth for pipe and sewer work.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Merlo P27.6 PLUS and the Takeuchi TB295W?
The Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 469kW more power. The Takeuchi TB295W is the bigger machine by 5,527kg. The Merlo P27.6 PLUS is a compact 2.7 tonne telehandler; the Takeuchi TB295W is a 10.4 tonne wheeled excavator.
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