Head to head
JCB 25Z-1 vs Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D
The JCB 25Z-1 has 3kW more power and digs 15cm deeper.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the JCB 25Z-1 has 3kW more power.
- Dig depth: the JCB 25Z-1 digs 15cm deeper.
- Operating weight: the JCB 25Z-1 is the bigger machine by 60kg.
Specifications side by side
| JCB 25Z-1 | Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2550 kg | 2,490 kg (ISO 6016) |
| Dig depth | 2.82 m | 2,672 mm (1,050mm arm); 2,965 mm (1,350mm arm) |
| Engine power | 18.4 kW | 15.6 kW (21.2 hp) at 2,400 rpm |
| Dump height | 3 m | - |
Sources: JCB 25Z-1, Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 25Z-1 if...
- you want one that has 3kW more power
- you want one that digs 15cm deeper
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 60kg
Used by hire firms and small contractors for patios, drainage, footings and work next to walls and fences where a zero-tailswing machine is needed. Sits in the weight class that can be towed on a trailer in restricted regions.
Full 25Z-1 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 JCB 25Z-1 and the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D?
The JCB 25Z-1 has 3kW more power and digs 15cm deeper. The JCB 25Z-1 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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