Head to head
Merlo P27.6 PLUS vs Volvo ECR88D
The Merlo P27.6 PLUS is a compact 2.7 tonne telehandler. The Volvo ECR88D is a reduced tail swing excavator.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Merlo P27.6 PLUS | Volvo ECR88D | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 4850 kg | 8,620 - 9,980 kg |
| Load capacity | 2700 kg | - |
| Lifting height | 5.9 m | - |
| Engine power | 55,4 kW at 2,200 rpm | - |
| Gross power | - | 43 kW |
| Bucket capacity | - | 0.08 - 0.33 m3 |
| Overall width | - | 2,300 mm |
| Overall length | - | 6,370 mm |
Sources: Merlo P27.6 PLUS, Volvo ECR88D. 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 ECR88D if...
An 8-9 tonne reduced tail swing excavator used for groundworks in restricted spaces, common in UK plant hire and plant sales fleets.
Listed by
- Plant and Commercial Sales Limited - Leeds, Holbeck
Common questions
What is the difference between the Merlo P27.6 PLUS and the Volvo ECR88D?
The Merlo P27.6 PLUS is a compact 2.7 tonne telehandler; the Volvo ECR88D is a reduced tail swing excavator.
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