Head to head
Merlo TF42.7 vs Thwaites 6 Tonne Power Swivel
The Merlo TF42.7 has 804kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Merlo TF42.7 has 804kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Merlo TF42.7 | Thwaites 6 Tonne Power Swivel | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 85,9 kW at 2,200 rpm | 55.4 kW (74 hp) @ 2200rpm |
| Operating weight | 7800 kg | - |
| Load capacity | 4200 kg | - |
| Lifting height | 7 m | - |
| Payload | - | 6000 kg |
| Heaped capacity | - | 3150 litres |
| Engine | - | Deutz TCD 3.6 L4 |
Sources: Merlo TF42.7, Thwaites 6 Tonne Power Swivel. 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 804kW more power
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 6 Tonne Power Swivel if...
A 6 tonne dumper whose skip swivels so it can tip to either side, useful for loading into trenches and working along narrow roads or site edges. Used by groundworks and utility contractors on UK sites. A cab is listed as an option.
Full 6 Tonne Power Swivel specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Merlo TF42.7 and the Thwaites 6 Tonne Power Swivel?
The Merlo TF42.7 has 804kW more power. The Merlo TF42.7 is a 4.2 tonne telehandler; the Thwaites 6 Tonne Power Swivel is a 6 tonne power swivel site dumper.
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