Head to head
Merlo P30.10 vs Merlo TF42.7
The Merlo TF42.7 has 305kW more power and is the bigger machine by 200kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Merlo TF42.7 has 305kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Merlo TF42.7 is the bigger machine by 200kg.
Specifications side by side
| Merlo P30.10 | Merlo TF42.7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 7600 kg | 7800 kg |
| Load capacity | 3000 kg | 4200 kg |
| Lifting height | 9.8 m | 7 m |
| Engine power | 55,4 kW at 2,200 rpm | 85,9 kW at 2,200 rpm |
Sources: Merlo P30.10, Merlo TF42.7. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the P30.10 if...
A telehandler with a 3 tonne capacity and a lift of nearly 10 metres, for building and construction work such as loading roofs and upper floors on UK sites.
Full P30.10 specifications →Buy or hire the TF42.7 if...
- you want one that has 305kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 200kg
A medium-capacity telehandler for heavier lifting on construction, agricultural and industrial sites where a 4.2 tonne capacity is needed at moderate height.
Full TF42.7 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Merlo P30.10 and the Merlo TF42.7?
The Merlo TF42.7 has 305kW more power and is the bigger machine by 200kg. The Merlo P30.10 is a 3 tonne telehandler with 10 metre class lift; the Merlo TF42.7 is a 4.2 tonne telehandler.
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