Head to head
Genie Z-45/25J RT vs Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E
The Genie Z-45/25J RT is a rough terrain articulating boom lift. The Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E is a a 22 tonne class crawler excavator for medium civils and groundworks.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Genie Z-45/25J RT | Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 6,515kg | 45,350 - 55,360 lb |
| Working height | 15.86m (51ft 6in) maximum | - |
| Platform height | 13.86m (45ft 6in) maximum | - |
| Platform capacity | 227kg unrestricted | - |
| Dig depth | - | 22 ft 1 in |
| Engine power | - | 173 hp |
Sources: Genie Z-45/25J RT, Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Z-45/25J RT if...
A widely hired rough-terrain boom for construction and outdoor maintenance. The articulating up-and-over jib is what separates it from a straight telescopic boom: it reaches over an obstacle rather than only to it, which is often the entire requirement.
Full Z-45/25J RT 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 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 Genie Z-45/25J RT and the Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E?
The Genie Z-45/25J RT is a rough terrain articulating boom lift; the Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E is a a 22 tonne class crawler excavator for medium civils and groundworks.
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