Head to head
JCB 9T-2 vs Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D
The JCB 9T-2 has 39kW more power and is the bigger machine by 2,910kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the JCB 9T-2 has 39kW more power.
- Operating weight: the JCB 9T-2 is the bigger machine by 2,910kg.
Specifications side by side
| JCB 9T-2 | Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 5,400kg | 2,490 kg (ISO 6016) |
| Engine power | 55kW (74hp) | 15.6 kW (21.2 hp) at 2,400 rpm |
| Payload | 9,000kg | - |
| Dig depth | - | 2,672 mm (1,050mm arm); 2,965 mm (1,350mm arm) |
Sources: JCB 9T-2, Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 9T-2 if...
- you want one that has 39kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 2,910kg
A high-capacity straight-tip dumper for groundworks and civils contractors moving large volumes of spoil or aggregate on bigger sites, where a smaller dumper would mean too many trips. Requires an operator holding the appropriate site dumper category.
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 9T-2 and the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D?
The JCB 9T-2 has 39kW more power and is the bigger machine by 2,910kg. The JCB 9T-2 is a 9 tonne payload site dumper; the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D is a a 2.5-3.0 tonne short-swing mini excavator.
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