Head to head
JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel vs Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D
The JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel is the bigger machine by 2,350kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel is the bigger machine by 2,350kg.
Specifications side by side
| JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel | Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 4,840kg | 2,490 kg (ISO 6016) |
| Skip capacity | 3,191 litres (heaped) | - |
| Dig depth | - | 2,672 mm (1,050mm arm); 2,965 mm (1,350mm arm) |
| Engine power | - | 15.6 kW (21.2 hp) at 2,400 rpm |
Sources: JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel, Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 6ST-2S5 Swivel if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 2,350kg
Suits groundworkers who need to tip to the side or rear without turning the whole machine, useful in trenches or narrow access where reversing to line up a straight-tip skip is awkward. The 6 tonne capacity sits in the middle of JCB's swivel dumper range.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
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 6ST-2S5 Swivel and the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D?
The JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel is the bigger machine by 2,350kg. The JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel is a 6 tonne swivel-skip site dumper; the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D is a a 2.5-3.0 tonne short-swing mini excavator.
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