Head to head
Merlo TF42.7 vs SANY SY26U
The Merlo TF42.7 has 844kW more power and is the bigger machine by 5,140kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Merlo TF42.7 has 844kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Merlo TF42.7 is the bigger machine by 5,140kg.
Specifications side by side
| Merlo TF42.7 | SANY SY26U | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 7800 kg | 2,660 kg |
| Engine power | 85,9 kW at 2,200 rpm | 14.6 kW at 2,400 rpm |
| Load capacity | 4200 kg | - |
| Lifting height | 7 m | - |
| Dig depth | - | 2,810 mm |
| Transport width | - | 1,550 mm |
Sources: Merlo TF42.7, SANY SY26U. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the TF42.7 if...
- you want one that has 844kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 5,140kg
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 →Buy or hire the SY26U if...
The SANY SY26U is a 2.6 tonne mini excavator positioned as a value alternative to the established Kubota, JCB and Takeuchi machines in the same size class, sold in the UK through a small number of appointed dealers. SANY's UK presence is newer and thinner than the market leaders, so buyers weigh the lower purchase price against a less mature parts and resale network. It is more often bought outright by owner-operators than stocked in volume by the large national hire fleets.
Full SY26U specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Merlo TF42.7 and the SANY SY26U?
The Merlo TF42.7 has 844kW more power and is the bigger machine by 5,140kg. The Merlo TF42.7 is a 4.2 tonne telehandler; the SANY SY26U is a a 2.6 tonne mini excavator.
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