Head to head
Case Construction Equipment CX25D vs Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E
The Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E has 115kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Key differences
- Engine power: the Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E has 115kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Case Construction Equipment CX25D | Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2,710kg (cab) / 2,580kg (canopy) | 45,350 - 55,360 lb |
| Engine power | 18.4hp (Yanmar 3TNV76, Stage V) | 173 hp |
| Max dig depth | 2,700mm | - |
| Dig depth | - | 22 ft 1 in |
Sources: Case Construction Equipment CX25D, Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the CX25D if...
A compact mini excavator sized for tight gardens, drainage runs and small groundworks jobs rather than large site cuts. Its sub-3-tonne operating weight lets it travel on a plant trailer behind a car-derived van, which is why small tool and plant hire firms keep one alongside larger diggers.
Listed by
- Red Plant Sales Ltd - Colchester, Frating
Buy or hire the EC220E if...
- you want one that has 115kW more power
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 Tier 4 Final compliant 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 Case Construction Equipment CX25D and the Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E?
The Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E has 115kW more power. The Case Construction Equipment CX25D is a 2.5 tonne mini excavator; the Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E is a a 22 tonne class crawler excavator for medium civils and groundworks.
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