Head to head
Merlo P30.10 vs Volvo A25G
The Volvo A25G is the bigger machine by 15.1 tonnes. The Merlo P30.10 has 320kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Volvo A25G is the bigger machine by 15.1 tonnes.
- Engine power: the Merlo P30.10 has 320kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Merlo P30.10 | Volvo A25G | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 7600 kg | 22.7 tonnes (empty) |
| Engine power | 55,4 kW at 2,200 rpm | 234kW (Volvo D11M diesel) |
| Load capacity | 3000 kg | - |
| Lifting height | 9.8 m | - |
| Payload | - | 25 tonnes |
| Dump body capacity | - | 15.3m3 (SAE heaped) |
Sources: Merlo P30.10, Volvo A25G. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the P30.10 if...
- you want one that has 320kW more power
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 A25G if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 15.1 tonnes
A mid-size articulated hauler built for moving bulk material across rough, wet or steep haul roads that a rigid dump truck cannot cross safely. Its 25 tonne payload suits quarry and large groundworks contracts rather than small housebuilding sites.
Listed by
- Daly Plant Hire Ltd - Tadworth, Kingswood
Common questions
What is the difference between the Merlo P30.10 and the Volvo A25G?
The Volvo A25G is the bigger machine by 15.1 tonnes. The Merlo P30.10 has 320kW more power. The Merlo P30.10 is a 3 tonne telehandler with 10 metre class lift; the Volvo A25G is a articulated dump truck.
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