Head to head
Merlo TF42.7 vs Yanmar ViO20-6
The Merlo TF42.7 has 844kW more power and is the bigger machine by 5,675kg.
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 5,675kg.
Specifications side by side
| Merlo TF42.7 | Yanmar ViO20-6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 7800 kg | 2,125 kg (4,685 lb) (rubber track, canopy) |
| Engine power | 85,9 kW at 2,200 rpm | 15.0 kW (20.1 hp) at 2,400 rpm |
| Load capacity | 4200 kg | - |
| Lifting height | 7 m | - |
| Dig depth | - | 2,410 mm (94.9 in) (blade down) |
| Overall width | - | 1,380 mm (54.3 in) |
Sources: Merlo TF42.7, Yanmar ViO20-6. 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 5,675kg
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 ViO20-6 if...
The Yanmar ViO20-6 steps up from the ViO17 into the roughly 2 tonne mini excavator class, still with Yanmar's true zero tail swing geometry for working in confined spaces. It competes with the Caterpillar 301.7 CR and similarly sized Kubota and Takeuchi machines for UK groundworks and utility hire jobs. Its fixed rather than variable undercarriage keeps the design simpler than some rivals, at the cost of not being able to narrow down for transport.
Full ViO20-6 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Merlo TF42.7 and the Yanmar ViO20-6?
The Merlo TF42.7 has 844kW more power and is the bigger machine by 5,675kg. The Merlo TF42.7 is a 4.2 tonne telehandler; the Yanmar ViO20-6 is a a 2.0-2.1 tonne true zero tail swing mini excavator.
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