Head to head
Merlo TF42.7 vs Volvo L220H
The Merlo TF42.7 has 579kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Merlo TF42.7 has 579kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Merlo TF42.7 | Volvo L220H | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 7800 kg | 68,780-72,970 lb |
| Engine power | 85,9 kW at 2,200 rpm | 375hp (Volvo D13J, Tier 4f) |
| Load capacity | 4200 kg | - |
| Lifting height | 7 m | - |
| Bucket capacity | - | 5.6-20.9 yd3 |
| Breakout force | - | 55,075 lbf |
| Static tipping load | - | 46,295 lbs |
Sources: Merlo TF42.7, Volvo L220H. 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 579kW 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 L220H if...
A large production wheel loader for quarries and bulk material handling rather than general building sites. Its wide bucket capacity range lets one machine be set up for anything from aggregates to woodchip, which suits quarry and waste transfer operators.
Listed by
- Eco Plant Hire And Sales Ltd - Peterborough, Whittlesey
Common questions
What is the difference between the Merlo TF42.7 and the Volvo L220H?
The Merlo TF42.7 has 579kW more power. The Merlo TF42.7 is a 4.2 tonne telehandler; the Volvo L220H is a large wheel loader.
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