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2017-2025

4.42 m Backhoe digging depth

0.28 cu m Bucket capacity

140.05 liter Fuel cap

55.18 kw Gross power

52.13 kw Net power

7,320 kg Operating weight

A 7,320 kg backhoe loader built for excavation, loading, trenching, and general site support, the Mecalac TLB8 combines 55.18 kilowatt gross power with a 4.42 m backhoe digging depth and a 0.28 cu m bucket capacity. Covering the TLB840R, TLB850, TLB870, and TLB890 family, it is suited for construction, utilities, roadworks, municipality work, and mixed jobsites where buyers need a practical backhoe loader with balanced digging ability and manageable operating weight.

Gross power 55.18 kilowatt

Net power 52.13 kilowatt

Operating weight 7,320 kg

Backhoe digging depth 4.42 m

Bucket capacity 0.28 cu m

Fuel tank capacity 140.05 liters

Covers TLB840R, TLB850, TLB870, and TLB890 variants

Makana rating

Owner rating

| 3

Market average

AED 230,000

Starting from

AED 150,000

Mecalac TLB8 technical specifications

Highlight differences

Mecalac TLB840R

Mecalac TLB850

Mecalac TLB870

Mecalac TLB890

General

Backhoe digging depth

Backhoe digging depth 4.42 m

Backhoe digging depth 4.39 m

Backhoe dump height

Backhoe dump height 3.6 m

Backhoe dump height 3.38 m

Bucket capacity

Bucket capacity 0.28 cu m

Bucket capacity 1.07 cu m

Displacement

Displacement 3,600.25 cu cm

Displacement 4,401.58 cu cm

Engine model

Engine model TCD 3.6 L4

Engine model E44TA

Engine model -

Lifting capacity

Lifting capacity 3,758.92 kg

Lifting capacity -

Max speed forward

Max speed forward 38.62 kph

Max speed forward -

Operating voltage

Operating voltage 12 V

Operating weight

Operating weight 7,320 kg

Operating weight 8,230 kg

Max torque

Max torque -

Max torque 400.1 Nm

Years

Years 2017-2025

Market Average

Market Average AED 230,000

Price

Price AED 150,000

Backhoe

Backhoe reach from swivel

Backhoe reach from swivel 5.7 m

Backhoe reach from swivel 5.73 m

Loader

Breakout force

Breakout force 4,282.82 kg

Breakout force -

Service refill capacities

Cooling fluid cap

Cooling fluid cap 17.03 liter

Cooling fluid cap 16.28 liter

Front axle fluid capacity

Front axle fluid capacity 7.19 liter

Front axle fluid capacity 9.84 liter

Fuel cap

Fuel cap 140.05 liter

Rear axle fluid capacity

Rear axle fluid capacity 17.41 liter

Rear axle fluid capacity 15.52 liter

Hydraulic fluid cap

Hydraulic fluid cap -

Hydraulic fluid cap 92.35 liter

Operating specifications

Dump angle

Dump angle 45 º

Engine

Gross power

Gross power 55.18 kw

Gross power 70.02 kw

Gross power -

Gross power 70.02 kw

Net power

Net power 52.13 kw

Net power 65.77 kw

Number of cylinders

Number of cylinders 4

Torque measured @

Torque measured @ 1,300 rpm

Torque measured @ 1,400 rpm

Power measured @

Power measured @ -

Power measured @ 2,200 rpm

Transmission

Number of forward gears

Number of forward gears 4

Number of reverse gears

Number of reverse gears 4

Number of reverse gears 3

Hydraulic system

Pump flow cap

Pump flow cap 83.27 lpm

Pump flow cap 80.24 lpm

Relief valve pressure

Relief valve pressure 250 bar

Relief valve pressure 250.41 bar

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Mecalac TLB8 expert review

Reviewed by Marcis V. on May 3, 2026

Overview

The Mecalac TLB8 (2017–2025) is a backhoe loader designed for excavation, trenching, loading, utilities, roadworks, and general site support. It delivers 55.18 kilowatt gross power, 52.13 kilowatt net power, a 7,320 kg operating weight, and a 4.42 m backhoe digging depth, making it practical for contractors, municipalities, and mixed-use jobsite work.

Expert rating: 5 stars

Pros Strong digging depth, practical operating weight, and useful all-round backhoe loader setup.

Cons Modest bucket capacity and local parts support may vary by market.

Performance & Efficiency

The 55.18 kilowatt engine output gives the Mecalac TLB8 practical performance for trenching, backfilling, loading loose material, and road maintenance work. Its 4.42 m digging depth is the main working advantage, while the 0.28 cu m bucket capacity suits controlled excavation and utility work more than heavy production loading.

In Comparison

MST M544: Practical backhoe loader with simple operation and solid site capability.
Manitou MLB6: Versatile option for mixed jobsite tasks and compact work areas.
Mecalac TLB8: Stands out for its 4.42 m digging depth, newer model range, and balanced operating weight.

Final Verdict

Rated 5 stars, the Mecalac TLB8 is a strong modern backhoe loader within the AED 150,000–230,000 range. It suits buyers who need reliable excavation depth, loading support, and practical daily performance for construction, utilities, and municipal work.

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Mecalac TLB8 owner rating

Mecalac TLB8 Backhoe loaders [2017-2025]

2017-2025

Overall rating

Based on 3 ratings

3.0

performance

4.3

comfort

4.3

safety

4.3

features

4.3

fuel efficiency

4.5

5 stars

0 %

4 stars

67 %

3 stars

0 %

2 stars

0 %

1 stars

33 %

Pros

Digging depth is strong enough for utilities, drainage, and trenching work.

Cons

Bucket capacity is better for controlled digging than high-volume loading.

Submitted by on May 3, 2026 / Mecalac TLB8 Backhoe loaders / Purchased on Oct, 2021

performance

4.0

comfort

5.0

safety

5.0

features

4.0

Pros

Operating weight feels manageable for mixed construction and roadwork sites.

Cons

Parts support should be checked locally before purchase.

Submitted by on May 3, 2026 / Mecalac TLB8 Backhoe loaders / Purchased on Sep, 2024

performance

5.0

comfort

4.0

fuel efficiency

5.0

safety

4.0

features

5.0

Valuation

Last 12 month

2017

Mecalac TLB8 similar models

Highlight differences

Mecalac TLB840R

MST M544

Manitou MLB625T

General

Backhoe digging depth

Backhoe digging depth 4.42 m

Backhoe digging depth 5.43 m

Backhoe digging depth 5 m

Backhoe dump height

Backhoe dump height 3.6 m

Backhoe dump height 3.66 m

Backhoe dump height 3.81 m

Bucket capacity

Bucket capacity 0.28 cu m

Bucket capacity 1.15 cu m

Bucket capacity -

Displacement

Displacement 3,600.25 cu cm

Displacement 4,401.58 cu cm

Displacement -

Engine model

Engine model TCD 3.6 L4

Engine model 1104C-44T

Engine model 1104C44 T

Lifting capacity

Lifting capacity 3,758.92 kg

Lifting capacity -

Lifting capacity 2,100.04 kg

Max speed forward

Max speed forward 38.62 kph

Max speed forward 42 kph

Max speed forward 25.11 kph

Operating voltage

Operating voltage 12 V

Operating voltage -

Operating weight

Operating weight 7,320 kg

Operating weight 8,750 kg

Operating weight 7,460 kg

Bucket digging force

Bucket digging force -

Bucket digging force 4,790.03 kg

Bucket digging force 6,424.01 kg

Loader dump height

Loader dump height -

Loader dump height 2.62 m

Loader dump height 5.24 m

Loader dump reach

Loader dump reach -

Loader dump reach 0.98 m

Loader dump reach -

Max torque

Max torque -

Max torque 415.01 Nm

Max torque -

Transmission type

Transmission type -

Transmission type Auto Powershift, low speed gearbox

Transmission type torque converter

Wheelbase

Wheelbase -

Wheelbase 2.29 m

Wheelbase -

Years

Years 2017-2025

Years 2007-2026

Years 2007-2012

Market Average

Market Average AED 230,000

Market Average AED 210,000

Market Average AED 200,000

Price

Price AED 150,000

Price AED 130,000

Price AED 120,000

Backhoe

Backhoe reach from swivel

Backhoe reach from swivel 5.7 m

Backhoe reach from swivel 6.8 m

Backhoe reach from swivel 7.19 m

Loader

Breakout force

Breakout force 4,282.82 kg

Breakout force 7,789.96 kg

Breakout force -

Loader digging depth

Loader digging depth -

Loader digging depth 15.24 cm

Loader digging depth -

Service refill capacities

Cooling fluid cap

Cooling fluid cap 17.03 liter

Cooling fluid cap 26.12 liter

Cooling fluid cap -

Front axle fluid capacity

Front axle fluid capacity 7.19 liter

Front axle fluid capacity 8.71 liter

Front axle fluid capacity -

Fuel cap

Fuel cap 140.05 liter

Fuel cap 105.22 liter

Fuel cap 150.26 liter

Rear axle fluid capacity

Rear axle fluid capacity 17.41 liter

Rear axle fluid capacity 13.25 liter

Rear axle fluid capacity -

Hydraulic fluid cap

Hydraulic fluid cap -

Hydraulic fluid cap 152.16 liter

Hydraulic fluid cap -

Operating specifications

Dump angle

Dump angle 45 º

Dump angle -

Extended backhoe dump height

Extended backhoe dump height -

Extended backhoe dump height 4.33 m

Extended backhoe dump height -

Engine

Gross power

Gross power 55.18 kw

Gross power 73.83 kw

Gross power 74.57 kw

Net power

Net power 52.13 kw

Net power -

Number of cylinders

Number of cylinders 4

Number of cylinders -

Torque measured @

Torque measured @ 1,300 rpm

Torque measured @ 1,350 rpm

Torque measured @ -

Alternator supplied amperage

Alternator supplied amperage -

Alternator supplied amperage 65 Amh

Alternator supplied amperage -

Power measured @

Power measured @ -

Power measured @ 2,200 rpm

Power measured @ -

Transmission

Number of forward gears

Number of forward gears 4

Number of reverse gears

Number of reverse gears 4

Max speed reverse

Max speed reverse -

Max speed reverse 25.11 kph

Hydraulic system

Pump flow cap

Pump flow cap 83.27 lpm

Pump flow cap 155.19 lpm

Pump flow cap 184.33 lpm

Relief valve pressure

Relief valve pressure 250 bar

Relief valve pressure -

Pump type

Pump type -

Pump type Helical gear constant mesh type

Pump type Gear pump

Refill capacities

Engine oil cap

Engine oil cap -

Engine oil cap 8.33 liter

Engine oil cap -

Tires

Front tires size (2WD)

Front tires size (2WD) -

Front tires size (2WD) 16.9 x 14x28, 12 ply

Front tires size (2WD) -

Rear tires size

Rear tires size -

Rear tires size 16.9 x 14x28, 12 ply

Rear tires size -

Dimensions

Ground clearance

Ground clearance -

Ground clearance 0.49 m

Ground clearance -

Height - top of cab

Height - top of cab -

Height - top of cab 3.05 m

Height - top of cab -

Overall Length

Overall Length -

Overall Length 5.67 m

Overall Length 6.98 m

Overall Width

Overall Width -

Overall Width 2.41 m

Overall Width 2.5 m

Turning radius

Turning radius -

Turning radius 5.27 m

Turning radius -

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