Head to head
Caterpillar D6N vs Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D
The Caterpillar D6N has 108kW more power and is the bigger machine by 14,267kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Caterpillar D6N has 108kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Caterpillar D6N is the bigger machine by 14,267kg.
Specifications side by side
| Caterpillar D6N | Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 16757kg (36,943lb) | 2,490 kg (ISO 6016) |
| Engine power | 124kW (166hp) at 1800rpm | 15.6 kW (21.2 hp) at 2,400 rpm |
| Blade capacity | 3.90m3 (LGP VPAT) to 4.30m3 (XL SU) | - |
| Engine | Cat C7.1 ACERT | - |
| Dig depth | - | 2,672 mm (1,050mm arm); 2,965 mm (1,350mm arm) |
Sources: Caterpillar D6N, Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the D6N if...
- you want one that has 108kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 14,267kg
A mid-size dozer used for earthmoving, site clearance and haul road maintenance. The VPAT blade option lets one machine angle, tilt and pitch for grading as well as straight pushing.
Listed by
- B & T Plant Hire - Gravesend
- B & T Plant Hire Ltd - Morden
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 Caterpillar D6N and the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D?
The Caterpillar D6N has 108kW more power and is the bigger machine by 14,267kg. The Caterpillar D6N is a medium crawler dozer; the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D is a a 2.5-3.0 tonne short-swing mini excavator.
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