Head to head
Bobcat E10z vs Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E
The Bobcat E10z is a a sub-1.2 tonne zero tail swing micro excavator. The Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E is a a 22 tonne class crawler excavator for medium civils and groundworks.
Last reviewed 2 November 2026
Specifications side by side
| Bobcat E10z | Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1,176 kg | 20,470 - 25,760 kg |
| Dig depth | 1,820 mm | - |
| Engine power | 7.5 kW | - |
| Retracted track width | 71 cm | - |
| Gross power | - | 129 kW |
| Bucket capacity | - | 0.48 - 1.44 m3 |
| Max. digging depth | - | 6,730 mm |
| Max. digging reach | - | 9,930 mm |
Sources: Bobcat E10z, Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the E10z if...
The Bobcat E10z is a zero tail swing micro excavator built for confined internal and garden work, competing directly with the JCB 8008 CTS for the same narrow-access hire jobs. Its zero tail swing design lets it rotate its upper structure without the counterweight overhanging obstacles, unlike some other micro excavators of this size. It is typically hired for basement, extension and small landscaping work rather than bought outright.
Listed by
- Compact Plant Sales - Farnham
- Used Trailers Northern Ireland - GG Plant Sales - Dromore
- HG Plant Sales - Maldon, Langford
Buy or hire the EC220E if...
The Volvo EC220E is a mid-size crawler excavator used on larger UK groundworks, civils and demolition sites where a mini or midi excavator no longer has the reach or bucket capacity needed. Its Stage V D6 engine and Volvo cab are aimed at operators running long shifts. It is specified against similarly sized excavators from Caterpillar, Komatsu and Hitachi in the 20-22 tonne class.
Full EC220E specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Bobcat E10z and the Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E?
The Bobcat E10z is a a sub-1.2 tonne zero tail swing micro excavator; the Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E is a a 22 tonne class crawler excavator for medium civils and groundworks.
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