Head to head
Merlo P27.6 PLUS vs Yanmar ViO57-6B
The Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 219kW more power. The Yanmar ViO57-6B is the bigger machine by 635kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 219kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Yanmar ViO57-6B is the bigger machine by 635kg.
Specifications side by side
| Merlo P27.6 PLUS | Yanmar ViO57-6B | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 4850 kg | 5485 kg |
| Engine power | 55,4 kW at 2,200 rpm | 33,5 kW (at 2200 rpm) |
| Load capacity | 2700 kg | - |
| Lifting height | 5.9 m | - |
| Breakout force | - | 41,9 kN |
| Fuel tank | - | 66 l |
Sources: Merlo P27.6 PLUS, Yanmar ViO57-6B. 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 219kW 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 ViO57-6B if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 635kg
A 5 to 6 tonne zero-tail swing digger for civils and groundworks contractors on deeper trenching, pipe laying and loading. Hire fleets use it where space is tight but a bigger machine is needed.
Full ViO57-6B specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Merlo P27.6 PLUS and the Yanmar ViO57-6B?
The Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 219kW more power. The Yanmar ViO57-6B is the bigger machine by 635kg. The Merlo P27.6 PLUS is a compact 2.7 tonne telehandler; the Yanmar ViO57-6B is a 5.5 tonne zero-tail mini excavator.
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