Head to head
Bobcat E35z vs Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D
The Bobcat E35z is the bigger machine by 1,009kg and has 3kW more power.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Bobcat E35z is the bigger machine by 1,009kg.
- Engine power: the Bobcat E35z has 3kW more power.
- Dig depth: the Bobcat E35z digs 45cm (1.5ft) deeper.
Specifications side by side
| Bobcat E35z | Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 3499 kg | 2,490 kg (ISO 6016) |
| Dig depth | 3117 mm | 2,672 mm (1,050mm arm); 2,965 mm (1,350mm arm) |
| Engine power | 18.2 kW | 15.6 kW (21.2 hp) at 2,400 rpm |
Sources: Bobcat E35z, Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the E35z if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 1,009kg
- you want one that has 3kW more power
- you want one that digs 45cm (1.5ft) deeper
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 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 Bobcat E35z and the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D?
The Bobcat E35z is the bigger machine by 1,009kg and has 3kW more power. The Bobcat E35z is a 3.5 tonne zero tail swing mini excavator; the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D is a a 2.5-3.0 tonne short-swing mini excavator.
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