Head to head
Merlo TF42.7 vs Volvo A25G
The Merlo TF42.7 has 625kW more power. The Volvo A25G is the bigger machine by 14.9 tonnes.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Merlo TF42.7 has 625kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Volvo A25G is the bigger machine by 14.9 tonnes.
Specifications side by side
| Merlo TF42.7 | Volvo A25G | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 7800 kg | 22.7 tonnes (empty) |
| Engine power | 85,9 kW at 2,200 rpm | 234kW (Volvo D11M diesel) |
| Load capacity | 4200 kg | - |
| Lifting height | 7 m | - |
| Payload | - | 25 tonnes |
| Dump body capacity | - | 15.3m3 (SAE heaped) |
Sources: Merlo TF42.7, Volvo A25G. 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 625kW 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 A25G if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 14.9 tonnes
A mid-size articulated hauler built for moving bulk material across rough, wet or steep haul roads that a rigid dump truck cannot cross safely. Its 25 tonne payload suits quarry and large groundworks contracts rather than small housebuilding sites.
Listed by
- Daly Plant Hire Ltd - Tadworth, Kingswood
Common questions
What is the difference between the Merlo TF42.7 and the Volvo A25G?
The Merlo TF42.7 has 625kW more power. The Volvo A25G is the bigger machine by 14.9 tonnes. The Merlo TF42.7 is a 4.2 tonne telehandler; the Volvo A25G is a articulated dump truck.
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