Head to head
JCB 50Z-2 vs Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40
The JCB 50Z-2 has 18kW more power and is the bigger machine by 1,045kg.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the JCB 50Z-2 has 18kW more power.
- Operating weight: the JCB 50Z-2 is the bigger machine by 1,045kg.
Specifications side by side
| JCB 50Z-2 | Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 5030 kg | 3,985 kg |
| Engine power | 36 kW | 18.5 kW |
| Dig depth | 3.65 m | - |
| Dump height | 4.08 m | - |
| Bucket capacity | - | 0.052 - 0.148 m3 |
Sources: JCB 50Z-2, Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 50Z-2 if...
- you want one that has 18kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 1,045kg
A zero tailswing digger for utility trenching, house foundations and road edge work where the rear of the machine has to stay inside the track width. It is used on civils sites and hire fleets that want a 5 tonne class machine.
Full 50Z-2 specifications →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 JCB 50Z-2 and the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40?
The JCB 50Z-2 has 18kW more power and is the bigger machine by 1,045kg. The JCB 50Z-2 is a 5 tonne zero tailswing mini excavator; the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40 is a 4 tonne short swing mini excavator.
GetBrent is an independent directory and is not a dealer for, nor affiliated with, either manufacturer. Model and brand names are the trademarks of their owners.