“This Thing is Awesome”: Review of Mecalac’s 8MCR Skid-Excavator

[@xtimator]

It's already been proven that it out digs a standard 8t excavator. This is what we're buying, already got quotes. Thx for the review vid!

[@ninofoti7144]

You did a great job exsplain the 8mcr I had owed 2 6mcr with I totaly ran them for about 2500hrs and the 6mcr was my fist time been in a Mecalac and this is were I learn from you need time on the mecalac to learn all the tricks and a minimum of 200hrs . Everyday running a Macalac it supprice you becouse things you can do that no other machine cannot do. I also owed the 8mcr wich I put 1800hrs to it the 8mcr is more strong then the 6mcr I ran road zipper milling machine 24" trances and is 8hrs day only me and the 8mcr I would dig a 5 foot deep trance in the roads thrue undergraund utilities install 12 pieces of pipes 8" on diameter 18' long back fill and pave all from the same seat the same cab same machine. Now I am no longer into track machine becouse I discovery what the wheel Mecalac excavator do I happy owen a 7MWR and a 9MWR wich bolt I put about 2500hrs each I tell you the 9mwr replaces anything out there from mini excavators up to a 14 ton excavator skid steers loaders anything it come accros on job site other operator stop and the just wach and they are amazied to see what one man and one mecalac can do. This is Nino Foti.

[@mikeutubename]

Any limitations going from tracks to wheels? I'm looking at buying one

[@youngmike8645]

@@mikeutubenamemud?

[@mikeutubename]

@youngmike8645 yes. Landscape construction

[@josephtellier7739]

While you are turning, you can use the speed control on the joystick to switch between "hare" or "tortoise". This controls the displacement of the pump for either Max torque or Max speed. This can alleviate some of the turning issue you described and is quite intuitive once you get used to it.

[@MENDEZMANNY01]

Who are you that is so wise in the ways of Mecalac. 🤣

[@diggajob]

This has been one of the best reviews by anyone that I have seen , very in depth some points that I feel a good operator of the MCR 8 or 6 would of held you see exceptionally good vision front and back , Low ceiling , massive breakout force, the door releases on the top trigger in the grab bar of the door , the swing part of the boom is meant to enable you to dig outside of the machine foot print ie. over a traffic barrier , only manitou to be capable of a 9ft negative lift , can manitou over 6ft of fence In my opinion these machines are only for exceptional operators the driver’s will struggle and say that a CTL and digger combo is better I Currently have about 6k000+hrs in the MCR platform , current machines are MCR8 MCR6 kx91-3 TX925 I could never go back to any combination of CTL and Excavator , you would need 3-4 machines to do what this MCR is capable of

[@jackjmaheriii]

I suspect the MWR series is going to be a game changer for do-it-all single man operations, farm service workers, and especially for the townies who road their equipment everywhere then work in really tight spaces.

[@w8stral]

Actually: For that scenario, the wheeled version would be superior(can also drive to the job site), no trailer required.

[@jackjmaheriii]

The MWR is the wheeled version.

[@w8stral]

Then yes, I agree whole heartedly with your statement =). Got me on their nomenclature. Just thought you were talking the track as that was shown in vid. @@jackjmaheriii

[@highwayhydroponics5823]

It would be good in a wood yard with a rotating grapple.

[@WagonBoss2008]

Great job.

[@paulholmes9939]

Couldn't agree more. I had a play on one here in Perth Western Australia absolute brilliant machine . Hence why I'm in the process of buying one.

[@garrettmcdaniel1207]

I've owned a 8mcr for years now and the door latch has never hurt my hand. Maybe that one needed to be adjusted. There is also a door release lever on the bar above the push button.

[@Hunt0qt]

Greaat video. I do see a market for these machines. However, traditional landscaping companys usually have newbie operators, leaving this machine to be to complicated to operate. This also has a ton more wear points leading to higher up keep costs and daily maintenance to be higher costing. Like i said, I definetly see a market for these, however I dont see this type of machine ever over taking skid steers or mini excavators.

[@w8stral]

Well, everyone has to learn. You put newbies on OLD machines, never new, so honestly I do not see your point being a problem. Yes, upfront costs are a major problem if you buy new. But if you buy used and replace the hoses/pins yourself... well, take it to the bank. Only REAL problem are engine parts as this is FRENCHie... Nothing special about a skid steer and they still cost an arm and a leg and even though they have known problems manufacturers still do not fix them for assembly line cost reasons so... When new designs do come along that have the bugs worked out... time to jump onboard. Design is about 20 years old now. So, not exactly "new", just new to North America.

[@fredmackay7896]

Good information

[@stevendunn6255]

A 2023 6 MCR with low hours sell for $130,000. Reminds me of a Broyt front shovel…

[@bobbymarion3043]

I love my mecalac you need to try the mc15 it's insane

[@travisgilbert8416]

Wondering how the 15MC would compare to the Takeuchi TB2150r? Thanks!

[@Ninjump]

I came so close to buying a 6mcr and went with the JCB Teleskid at the last minute. The two factors that made the difference -all that versatility comes with a steep learning curve in terms if controls. My guys cant just jump in and go. If i were buying my own machine, itd be a no brainer! -lift height. We build a specific rental house where a lift height of 12'6" is a absolute must. Would need go with the 8mcr to achieve it. Still such an absolutely awesome machine! Maybe ill trade in as we grow and pick one up 😊

[@jameslindley924]

Do you think its Worth the Additional Cost compared to a Standard 8 Ton Machine ??????

[@jeffsif5653]

Well you cant charge anymore than an 8 t ex. It depends wat work u doing . Dont get me wrong its an awesome machine .

[@whatyameann6573]

Hey there. Could anybody tell me the disadvantages compared to a normal excavator?

[@ludditetechnologies]

Want (great video)

[@flo__60]

a company was burying lines in my town they switched a wheeled excavator for a mecalac mid-job the following day i watched the operator struggling to warp his head around the fact the he had to use it differently..

[@franciscolinera7618]

It seems like a great machine. Time will tell. Not just on the versatility but how well it lasts. Let's be honest, it's French. All those electro hydraulic controls, could be a nightmare to troubleshoot and repair. Not to mention the cost.

[@shiraz1736]

Does anyone know the price of these machines?

[@jameslindley924]

So It IS AN Excavator !!!😆

[@banditman0000]

i want one so bad slow track speed is killing me

[@flustercluck8603]

Can it accept skid steer style attachments easily? (i.e. forestry mulcher/grapple/post hole digger/brush cutter etc.)

[@Rush47.]

Thats up on you how long you need to learn about a product to accept it. :)

[@matthewp1682]

No, it has a excavator style coupler and mot a skid steer style plate attachment

[@Bigmantrials]

Yes it can, there is a factory skid adapter plate, its very popular in the USA.

[@travisgilbert8416]

​@@BigmantrialsI'm just wondering if that would put a lot of extra stress on the boom....for instance a grading blade or box attachment?

[@adamphillips3300]

​@@travisgilbert8416I'd have no issues running either you just have to be sensible and consider the twisting effect on the boom and try to limit any large uneven forces on the outer edges of the attachment.

[@stevencolbert2304]

Only problem with that machine land clearing is all the vulnerable hoses up top.

[@ryancarter7644]

There are many, many of these working with mulching heads, root rake grapples, etc. in land clearing without issue.

[@stevencolbert2304]

@@ryancarter7644 That's great. I'm sure there are. Doesn't change anything about my statement.

[@mikeutubename]

Did you buy one?

[@jameslindley924]

Its Gotta Be a CONTRACTORS Machine !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!- Customers will not pay an Appropriate Viable Hourly Rate !!!!!!! - Contract Price Jobs Only

[@bostonconstruct]

Just go slow and don't go too fast!

[@jameslindley924]

@@bostonconstruct I cant slow time - its disingenuos and boring

[@jefferykeeper9034]

Cost and wight

[@jasonboursaw3258]

These Mecalacs are badads! Too bad they're as expensive as a ctl and mini ex combined.

[@jameslindley924]

BUT !!!!!!!!!!!! The Price is Doo Lally

[@СергейДовгаль-ц4ч]

смотрится очень выигрышно по отношению к классике

[@gford1491]

Just something fancy to get rental owners who are drunk at trade shows to buy it still just a excavator at the end of the day with a hydraulic attachment to turn it into a little skid steer