Head to head
Merlo TF42.7 vs Yanmar ViO80-1
The Merlo TF42.7 has 466kW more power. The Yanmar ViO80-1 is the bigger machine by 265kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Merlo TF42.7 has 466kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Yanmar ViO80-1 is the bigger machine by 265kg.
Specifications side by side
| Merlo TF42.7 | Yanmar ViO80-1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 7800 kg | 8065 kg |
| Engine power | 85,9 kW at 2,200 rpm | 39,3 kW / 53,5 HP at 1900 rpm |
| Load capacity | 4200 kg | - |
| Lifting height | 7 m | - |
| Breakout force | - | 63,5 kN |
| Fuel tank | - | 115 l |
Sources: Merlo TF42.7, Yanmar ViO80-1. 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 466kW 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 ViO80-1 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 265kg
An 8 tonne zero-tail swing midi excavator for civils, utilities and roadworks contractors working in restricted space or alongside live traffic. Used for deeper trenching, pipe laying and loading.
Full ViO80-1 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Merlo TF42.7 and the Yanmar ViO80-1?
The Merlo TF42.7 has 466kW more power. The Yanmar ViO80-1 is the bigger machine by 265kg. The Merlo TF42.7 is a 4.2 tonne telehandler; the Yanmar ViO80-1 is a 8 tonne zero-tail midi excavator.
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