Head to head
Bobcat E35z vs Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E
The Bobcat E35z is a 3.5 tonne zero tail swing mini excavator. The Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E is a a 22 tonne class crawler excavator for medium civils and groundworks.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Specifications side by side
| Bobcat E35z | Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 3499 kg | 20,470 - 25,760 kg |
| Dig depth | 3117 mm | - |
| Engine power | 18.2 kW | - |
| 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 E35z, Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the E35z if...
A zero tail swing mini excavator for groundworks, drainage and utility work where the rear of the machine must stay inside the track width. Contractors and plant hire fleets use this class for trenching and foundations in confined sites.
Full E35z specifications →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 E35z and the Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E?
The Bobcat E35z is a 3.5 tonne zero tail swing mini excavator; the Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E is a a 22 tonne class crawler excavator for medium civils and groundworks.
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