Head to head
JCB 25Z-1 vs Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40
The Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40 is the bigger machine by 1,435kg and has 0kW more power.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40 is the bigger machine by 1,435kg.
- Engine power: the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40 has 0kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| JCB 25Z-1 | Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2550 kg | 3,985 kg |
| Engine power | 18.4 kW | 18.5 kW |
| Dig depth | 2.82 m | - |
| Dump height | 3 m | - |
| Bucket capacity | - | 0.052 - 0.148 m3 |
Sources: JCB 25Z-1, Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 25Z-1 if...
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 ECR40 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 1,435kg
- you want one that has 0kW more power
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 JCB 25Z-1 and the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40?
The Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40 is the bigger machine by 1,435kg and has 0kW more power. The JCB 25Z-1 is a 2.5 tonne zero-tailswing mini excavator; the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40 is a 4 tonne short swing mini excavator.
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