Head to head
Merlo P27.6 PLUS vs Volvo L220H
The Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 274kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 274kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Merlo P27.6 PLUS | Volvo L220H | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 4850 kg | 68,780-72,970 lb |
| Engine power | 55,4 kW at 2,200 rpm | 375hp (Volvo D13J, Tier 4f) |
| Load capacity | 2700 kg | - |
| Lifting height | 5.9 m | - |
| Bucket capacity | - | 5.6-20.9 yd3 |
| Breakout force | - | 55,075 lbf |
| Static tipping load | - | 46,295 lbs |
Sources: Merlo P27.6 PLUS, Volvo L220H. 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 274kW 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 L220H if...
A large production wheel loader for quarries and bulk material handling rather than general building sites. Its wide bucket capacity range lets one machine be set up for anything from aggregates to woodchip, which suits quarry and waste transfer operators.
Listed by
- Eco Plant Hire And Sales Ltd - Peterborough, Whittlesey
Common questions
What is the difference between the Merlo P27.6 PLUS and the Volvo L220H?
The Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 274kW more power. The Merlo P27.6 PLUS is a compact 2.7 tonne telehandler; the Volvo L220H is a large wheel loader.
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