Head to head
Hitachi ZX225US-7 vs Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40
The Hitachi ZX225US-7 has 110kW more power.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
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Key differences
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX225US-7 has 110kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX225US-7 | Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 24,800 - 29,100kg | 3,985 kg |
| Engine power | 128.4kW (ISO14396) / 122kW (ISO9249) | 18.5 kW |
| Dig depth | 6,120mm | - |
| Bucket capacity | - | 0.052 - 0.148 m3 |
Sources: Hitachi ZX225US-7, Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40. 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 has 110kW more power
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 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 ZX225US-7 and the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40?
The Hitachi ZX225US-7 has 110kW more power. The Hitachi ZX225US-7 is a 22-29 tonne reduced-tail-swing medium excavator; the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40 is a 4 tonne short swing mini excavator.
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