Head to head
Hitachi ZX225US-7 vs Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D
The Hitachi ZX225US-7 is the bigger machine by 22,310kg and has 113kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
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Key differences
- Operating weight: the Hitachi ZX225US-7 is the bigger machine by 22,310kg.
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX225US-7 has 113kW more power.
- Dig depth: the Hitachi ZX225US-7 digs 3.45m (11.5ft) deeper.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX225US-7 | Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 24,800 - 29,100kg | 2,490 kg (ISO 6016) |
| Dig depth | 6,120mm | 2,672 mm (1,050mm arm); 2,965 mm (1,350mm arm) |
| Engine power | 128.4kW (ISO14396) / 122kW (ISO9249) | 15.6 kW (21.2 hp) at 2,400 rpm |
Sources: Hitachi ZX225US-7, Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the ZX225US-7 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 22,310kg
- you want one that has 113kW more power
- you want one that digs 3.45m (11.5ft) deeper
For contractors working in restricted yards or alongside live structures who still need the dig performance of a 20-tonne-plus machine. The reduced tail swing keeps the counterweight closer to the tracks than a standard crawler excavator of this size.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
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 Hitachi ZX225US-7 and the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D?
The Hitachi ZX225US-7 is the bigger machine by 22,310kg and has 113kW more power. The Hitachi ZX225US-7 is a 22-29 tonne reduced-tail-swing medium excavator; the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D is a a 2.5-3.0 tonne short-swing mini excavator.
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