Head to head
Merlo P27.6 PLUS vs Yanmar ViO33-6
The Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 536kW more power and is the bigger machine by 1,695kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 536kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Merlo P27.6 PLUS is the bigger machine by 1,695kg.
Specifications side by side
| Merlo P27.6 PLUS | Yanmar ViO33-6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 4850 kg | 3155 kg (canopy) / 3275 kg (cabin) |
| Engine power | 55,4 kW at 2,200 rpm | 18.5 kW / 24.8 HP at 2200 rpm |
| Load capacity | 2700 kg | - |
| Lifting height | 5.9 m | - |
| Breakout force | - | 29.9 kN |
| Fuel tank | - | 41 l |
Sources: Merlo P27.6 PLUS, Yanmar ViO33-6. 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 536kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 1,695kg
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 ViO33-6 if...
A zero-tail swing digger for groundworkers, utility contractors and hire fleets on trenching, drainage and foundations beside walls and fences. Suits urban sites with limited space.
Full ViO33-6 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Merlo P27.6 PLUS and the Yanmar ViO33-6?
The Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 536kW more power and is the bigger machine by 1,695kg. The Merlo P27.6 PLUS is a compact 2.7 tonne telehandler; the Yanmar ViO33-6 is a 3.2 tonne zero-tail mini excavator.
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