Head to head
Hitachi ZX145W-6 vs Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40
The Hitachi ZX145W-6 has 87kW more power.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX145W-6 has 87kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX145W-6 | Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 15,000 - 17,200kg | 3,985 kg |
| Engine power | 105kW (ISO14396) | 18.5 kW |
| Dig depth | 5,520 - 5,770mm | - |
| Bucket capacity | - | 0.052 - 0.148 m3 |
Sources: Hitachi ZX145W-6, Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the ZX145W-6 if...
- you want one that has 87kW more power
Suits municipal and utility contractors who need a mobile, road-going digger for drainage and reinstatement work spread across several sites in a day. The wheeled undercarriage trades some stability for speed between jobs.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Buy or hire the ECR40 if...
A short swing radius compact excavator for trenching, landscaping and building work in confined spaces. Contractors and hire fleets use it where a 4 tonne digger is needed close to walls and traffic.
Full ECR40 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX145W-6 and the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40?
The Hitachi ZX145W-6 has 87kW more power. The Hitachi ZX145W-6 is a 14-17 tonne wheeled excavator; the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40 is a 4 tonne short swing mini excavator.
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