Head to head
Merlo P30.10 vs Volvo L220H
The Merlo P30.10 has 274kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026


Key differences
- Engine power: the Merlo P30.10 has 274kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Merlo P30.10 | Volvo L220H | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 7600 kg | 68,780-72,970 lb |
| Engine power | 55,4 kW at 2,200 rpm | 375hp (Volvo D13J, Tier 4f) |
| Load capacity | 3000 kg | - |
| Lifting height | 9.8 m | - |
| Bucket capacity | - | 5.6-20.9 yd3 |
| Breakout force | - | 55,075 lbf |
| Static tipping load | - | 46,295 lbs |
Sources: Merlo P30.10, Volvo L220H. 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 274kW 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 L220H if...
A large production wheel loader for quarries and bulk material handling rather than general building sites. Its wide bucket capacity range lets one machine be set up for anything from aggregates to woodchip, which suits quarry and waste transfer operators.
Listed by
- Eco Plant Hire And Sales Ltd - Peterborough, Whittlesey
Common questions
What is the difference between the Merlo P30.10 and the Volvo L220H?
The Merlo P30.10 has 274kW more power. The Merlo P30.10 is a 3 tonne telehandler with 10 metre class lift; the Volvo L220H is a large wheel loader.
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