Head to head
Merlo P27.6 PLUS vs Wacker Neuson DPU100-70
The Merlo P27.6 PLUS is the bigger machine by 4,170kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Merlo P27.6 PLUS is the bigger machine by 4,170kg.
Specifications side by side
| Merlo P27.6 PLUS | Wacker Neuson DPU100-70 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 4850 kg | 680kg (710kg with extension plates) |
| Load capacity | 2700 kg | - |
| Lifting height | 5.9 m | - |
| Engine power | 55,4 kW at 2,200 rpm | - |
| Centrifugal force | - | 100kN |
| Plate width | - | 700mm (970mm with extension plates) |
| Travel speed | - | 30m/min forward, 28m/min reverse |
| Engine | - | Lombardini 12 LD 475, 15.0kW max at 3,000rpm |
Sources: Merlo P27.6 PLUS, Wacker Neuson DPU100-70. 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 4,170kg
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 DPU100-70 if...
A heavy reversible plate compactor for granular sub-base and asphalt work, too large for garden or driveway jobs. Its weight and centrifugal force suit groundworkers compacting trench backfill and road sub-base rather than small landscaping tasks.
Listed by
- Baz plant Sales agricultural plant and machinery dealer - Chesterfield
Common questions
What is the difference between the Merlo P27.6 PLUS and the Wacker Neuson DPU100-70?
The Merlo P27.6 PLUS is the bigger machine by 4,170kg. The Merlo P27.6 PLUS is a compact 2.7 tonne telehandler; the Wacker Neuson DPU100-70 is a reversible vibratory plate compactor, diesel.
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