Head to head
Avant 640 vs Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D
The Avant 640 has 12kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Avant 640 has 12kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Avant 640 | Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 28 kW (37,5 hp) | 15.6 kW (21.2 hp) at 2,400 rpm |
| Lifting capacity | 1100 kg | - |
| Lifting height | 2835 mm | - |
| Weight | 1590 kg | - |
| Operating weight | - | 2,490 kg (ISO 6016) |
| Dig depth | - | 2,672 mm (1,050mm arm); 2,965 mm (1,350mm arm) |
Sources: Avant 640, Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 640 if...
- you want one that has 12kW more power
An all-round compact loader with stronger auxiliary hydraulics for running more attachments, used by landscapers, stables, estates and small contractors. Light enough to be moved on a trailer or larger van.
Full 640 specifications →Buy or hire the ECR25D if...
The Volvo ECR25D is Volvo CE's short-swing mini excavator in the popular UK 2.5-3 tonne hire class, competing for the same jobs as the Kubota U27-4 and similarly sized Takeuchi and JCB machines. Its short-radius superstructure lets the counterweight stay close to the tracks when slewing, useful on confined urban and residential sites. It is sold across Great Britain exclusively through SMT GB's dealer network.
Full ECR25D specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Avant 640 and the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D?
The Avant 640 has 12kW more power. The Avant 640 is a articulated multi-purpose loader, 600 series; the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D is a a 2.5-3.0 tonne short-swing mini excavator.
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