Head to head
Merlo P30.10 vs Yanmar SV17VT
The Merlo P30.10 has 441kW more power and is the bigger machine by 5.9 tonnes.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Merlo P30.10 has 441kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Merlo P30.10 is the bigger machine by 5.9 tonnes.
Specifications side by side
| Merlo P30.10 | Yanmar SV17VT | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 7600 kg | 1700 kg (canopy) / 1790 kg (cabin) |
| Engine power | 55,4 kW at 2,200 rpm | 11,3 kW (at 2400 rpm) |
| Load capacity | 3000 kg | - |
| Lifting height | 9.8 m | - |
| Breakout force | - | 16 kN |
| Fuel tank | - | 27 l |
Sources: Merlo P30.10, Yanmar SV17VT. 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 441kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 5.9 tonnes
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 SV17VT if...
A small digger for hire fleets, landscapers and builders on garden work, drainage and small trenches. Light enough to move on a trailer behind a pickup or van.
Full SV17VT specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Merlo P30.10 and the Yanmar SV17VT?
The Merlo P30.10 has 441kW more power and is the bigger machine by 5.9 tonnes. The Merlo P30.10 is a 3 tonne telehandler with 10 metre class lift; the Yanmar SV17VT is a 1.7 tonne conventional-tail mini excavator.
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