Head to head
Merlo TF42.7 vs Yanmar ViO57-6B
The Merlo TF42.7 has 524kW more power and is the bigger machine by 2,315kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Merlo TF42.7 has 524kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Merlo TF42.7 is the bigger machine by 2,315kg.
Specifications side by side
| Merlo TF42.7 | Yanmar ViO57-6B | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 7800 kg | 5485 kg |
| Engine power | 85,9 kW at 2,200 rpm | 33,5 kW (at 2200 rpm) |
| Load capacity | 4200 kg | - |
| Lifting height | 7 m | - |
| Breakout force | - | 41,9 kN |
| Fuel tank | - | 66 l |
Sources: Merlo TF42.7, Yanmar ViO57-6B. 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 524kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 2,315kg
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 ViO57-6B if...
A 5 to 6 tonne zero-tail swing digger for civils and groundworks contractors on deeper trenching, pipe laying and loading. Hire fleets use it where space is tight but a bigger machine is needed.
Full ViO57-6B specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Merlo TF42.7 and the Yanmar ViO57-6B?
The Merlo TF42.7 has 524kW more power and is the bigger machine by 2,315kg. The Merlo TF42.7 is a 4.2 tonne telehandler; the Yanmar ViO57-6B is a 5.5 tonne zero-tail mini excavator.
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