Head to head
Merlo P27.6 PLUS vs Yanmar ViO80-1
The Yanmar ViO80-1 is the bigger machine by 3,215kg. The Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 161kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Yanmar ViO80-1 is the bigger machine by 3,215kg.
- Engine power: the Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 161kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Merlo P27.6 PLUS | Yanmar ViO80-1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 4850 kg | 8065 kg |
| Engine power | 55,4 kW at 2,200 rpm | 39,3 kW / 53,5 HP at 1900 rpm |
| Load capacity | 2700 kg | - |
| Lifting height | 5.9 m | - |
| Breakout force | - | 63,5 kN |
| Fuel tank | - | 115 l |
Sources: Merlo P27.6 PLUS, Yanmar ViO80-1. 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 161kW 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 ViO80-1 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 3,215kg
An 8 tonne zero-tail swing midi excavator for civils, utilities and roadworks contractors working in restricted space or alongside live traffic. Used for deeper trenching, pipe laying and loading.
Full ViO80-1 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Merlo P27.6 PLUS and the Yanmar ViO80-1?
The Yanmar ViO80-1 is the bigger machine by 3,215kg. The Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 161kW more power. The Merlo P27.6 PLUS is a compact 2.7 tonne telehandler; the Yanmar ViO80-1 is a 8 tonne zero-tail midi excavator.
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