Head to head
Merlo P27.6 PLUS vs Volvo A30G
The Volvo A30G is the bigger machine by 47,179kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Volvo A30G is the bigger machine by 47,179kg.
Specifications side by side
| Merlo P27.6 PLUS | Volvo A30G | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 4850 kg | approx. 52,029lb (23.6 tonnes) |
| Load capacity | 2700 kg | - |
| Lifting height | 5.9 m | - |
| Engine power | 55,4 kW at 2,200 rpm | - |
| Transport dimensions | - | 33ft 9in x 9ft 8in x 11ft 1in |
Sources: Merlo P27.6 PLUS, Volvo A30G. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the P27.6 PLUS if...
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 A30G if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 47,179kg
A mid-size articulated hauler for moving spoil and aggregate over rough or soft haul roads. Quarry and large groundworks contractors hire it for higher-volume material movement than a rigid dumper allows.
Listed by
- Daly Plant Hire Ltd - Tadworth, Kingswood
Common questions
What is the difference between the Merlo P27.6 PLUS and the Volvo A30G?
The Volvo A30G is the bigger machine by 47,179kg. The Merlo P27.6 PLUS is a compact 2.7 tonne telehandler; the Volvo A30G is a articulated dump truck.
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