Head to head
Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9 vs Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D
The Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9 is the bigger machine by 1,060kg and has 2kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9 is the bigger machine by 1,060kg.
- Engine power: the Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9 has 2kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9 | Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 3550kg (7826lb) | 2,490 kg (ISO 6016) |
| Engine power | 17.7kW (23.7hp) | 15.6 kW (21.2 hp) at 2,400 rpm |
| Max digging depth | up to 3.44m (11'3") depending on boom/stick option | - |
| Dig depth | - | 2,672 mm (1,050mm arm); 2,965 mm (1,350mm arm) |
Sources: Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9, Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the R35Z-9 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 1,060kg
- you want one that has 2kW more power
A compact, zero tail swing mini digger sized for domestic gardens, landscaping and utility work where space is tight. Widely used by small plant hire firms and groundworkers.
Listed by
- Red Plant Sales Ltd - Colchester, Frating
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 Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9 and the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D?
The Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9 is the bigger machine by 1,060kg and has 2kW more power. The Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9 is a zero tail swing mini excavator; the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D is a a 2.5-3.0 tonne short-swing mini excavator.
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