Head to head
HD Hyundai Construction Equipment HX25A Z vs Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D
The HD Hyundai Construction Equipment HX25A Z has 3kW more power and is the bigger machine by 195kg.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the HD Hyundai Construction Equipment HX25A Z has 3kW more power.
- Operating weight: the HD Hyundai Construction Equipment HX25A Z is the bigger machine by 195kg.
Specifications side by side
| HD Hyundai Construction Equipment HX25A Z | Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2685 kg | 2,490 kg (ISO 6016) |
| Engine power | 18.5 kW | 15.6 kW (21.2 hp) at 2,400 rpm |
| Bucket capacity | 0.06 cubic meter | - |
| Dig depth | - | 2,672 mm (1,050mm arm); 2,965 mm (1,350mm arm) |
Sources: HD Hyundai Construction Equipment HX25A Z, Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the HX25A Z if...
- you want one that has 3kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 195kg
A zero tailswing 2.5 tonne digger for landscaping, drainage and building work close to walls and fences. Contractors and hire fleets use it where a compact machine still needs to dig a full-depth trench.
Full HX25A Z specifications →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 HD Hyundai Construction Equipment HX25A Z and the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D?
The HD Hyundai Construction Equipment HX25A Z has 3kW more power and is the bigger machine by 195kg. The HD Hyundai Construction Equipment HX25A Z is a 2.5 tonne zero tailswing mini excavator; the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D is a a 2.5-3.0 tonne short-swing mini excavator.
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