Head to head
Merlo TF42.7 vs Takeuchi TB216
The Merlo TF42.7 has 848kW more power and is the bigger machine by 5,935kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Merlo TF42.7 has 848kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Merlo TF42.7 is the bigger machine by 5,935kg.
Specifications side by side
| Merlo TF42.7 | Takeuchi TB216 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 7800 kg | 1,865 / 1,770 kg (cab/canopy) |
| Engine power | 85,9 kW at 2,200 rpm | 11.5 kW at 2,400 rpm (Yanmar 3TNV70) |
| Load capacity | 4200 kg | - |
| Lifting height | 7 m | - |
| Dig depth | - | 2,390 mm |
| Extendable undercarriage width | - | 980 - 1,300 mm |
Sources: Merlo TF42.7, Takeuchi TB216. 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 848kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 5,935kg
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 TB216 if...
The Takeuchi TB216 is a long-running fixture of the UK 1.5-2 tonne mini excavator hire class, used for groundworks, drainage and small demolition jobs. Its extendable undercarriage gives it the stability of a wider track base for digging while still narrowing for transport and access. It competes closely with the Kubota KX019-4 and similarly sized Bobcat and JCB machines for the same hire slots.
Full TB216 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Merlo TF42.7 and the Takeuchi TB216?
The Merlo TF42.7 has 848kW more power and is the bigger machine by 5,935kg. The Merlo TF42.7 is a 4.2 tonne telehandler; the Takeuchi TB216 is a a 1.7-1.9 tonne conventional tail swing mini excavator.
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