Sunbeam 85 XL VS Conmat MR 70XL Transit Mixer

Sunbeam 85 XL vs Conmat MR 70XL: the two differ on 33 of 41 listed specs. The main differences are Brand (Sunbeam Transit mixer vs Conmat Transit mixer), Drum Size (9 m³ vs 7.0+ m³), Mixer Weight (5280 kg vs 3850 kg), Capacity (14600 L vs 13040 L). The other 8 specs are the same.

Specs from OEM brochures · comparison updated Aug 2026

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Sunbeam 85 XL

Drum Size

9 m³
Mixer Weight

5280 kg
Capacity

14600 L
Filling Ratio

61%
Water Tank

600 L
RPM

0-14 rpm

Standard Transit Mixer

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Conmat MR 70XL

Drum Size

7.0+ m³
Mixer Weight

3850 kg
Capacity

13040 L
Filling Ratio

57%
Water Tank

450 L
RPM

0-14 rpm

Standard Transit Mixer

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What's different: Sunbeam 85 XL vs Conmat MR 70XL

33 specs differ, 8 are identical. The full tables are below.

Spec	Sunbeam 85 XL	Conmat MR 70XL
Brand	Sunbeam Transit mixer	Conmat Transit mixer
Drum Size	9 m³	7.0+ m³
Mixer Weight	5280 kg	3850 kg
Capacity	14600 L	13040 L
Filling Ratio	61%	57%
Water Tank	600 L	450 L
Drum Drive	Slave Engine/PTO Option	P.T.O. /Slave Engine
Shell Thickness	4-5-6-8 mm	NA

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The comparisons provided are based on the technical specifications published by the respective OEMs on their official websites and brochures. Please confirm these details directly with the OEMs before making any final decision.

Sunbeam 85 XL VS Conmat MR 70XL Transit Mixer

Specs from OEM brochures · comparison updated Aug 2026

Sunbeam 85 XL

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Conmat MR 70XL

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Particulars	Sunbeam 85 XL	Conmat MR 70XL

Sunbeam 85 XL vs Conmat MR 70XL: Which Transit Mixer Suits Your Site?

The Sunbeam 85 XL carries a bigger drum load, so it moves more concrete on each trip. The Conmat MR 70XL is shorter and lighter, so it turns easier on narrow roads and can use less fuel over a full day. If you run large pours on open sites, the Sunbeam saves you trips. If your routes are tight lanes or hilly approach roads, the Conmat is easier to handle.

Weight also changes your running cost. A lighter mixer like the Conmat MR 70XL puts less strain on tyres and brakes over the years. A bigger drum like the Sunbeam 85 XL means fewer round trips for the same job, which can save driver hours. See more transit mixers and concrete mixers, or read our guide to mixer types to check which drum size fits your work.

Sunbeam 85 XL

Pros:

Nominal capacity of 9.0 cu m accommodates large volumes of concrete
Mixer sub-frame length of 6120 mm
Mixer weight (empty) of 5280 kg
Geometric volume of 14600 L
Rotation speed of 0-14 rpm
Drum diameter of 2200 mm
Water tank capacity of 600 L
Water pump pressure at 4 bar
Water pump outlet of 560 L/min
Engine power of 108.6 HP (81 kW)

Cons:

Longer overall length might require more space for maneuvering
Higher empty weight indicates a potentially heavier vehicle
Higher water tank capacity could be unnecessary for certain projects

Conmat MR 70XL

Pros:

Nominal filling capacity of 7.0+ cu m for high volume batching
Shorter mixer length of 5840 mm could be easier to maneuver
Lower mixer weight (empty) of 3850 kg for potential fuel economy
Rotation speed of 0-14 rpm
Larger drum diameter of 2267 mm
Engine make is Kirloskar HA 494

Cons:

Mixer sub-frame length not available
Lower water tank capacity of 450 L
Engine power is less at 70 HP (52 kW)

Closing Recommendation

Both mixers do the same basic job, but they suit different sites. Pick the Sunbeam 85 XL when your project needs bigger loads and steady engine power for long hauls. Pick the Conmat MR 70XL when you want an easier machine to handle on tight roads and lower fuel use through the day. So match the machine to your work: Sunbeam 85 XL for big-volume hauls, Conmat MR 70XL for easy handling and lower fuel use.