Head to head
Komatsu PC210LC-11 vs Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E
The Komatsu PC210LC-11 is a a mid-size crawler excavator with a long undercarriage for heavy digging and truck loading.. The Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E is a a 22 tonne class crawler excavator for medium civils and groundworks.
Last reviewed 9 November 2026
Specifications side by side
| Komatsu PC210LC-11 | Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 23240 (kg); 51231 (lbs) | 20,470 - 25,760 kg |
| Bucket capacity | 0.97 (m); 1.27 (yd) | 0.48 - 1.44 m3 |
| Engine power | 165 (HP); 123 (kW) | - |
| Gross power | - | 129 kW |
| Max. digging depth | - | 6,730 mm |
| Max. digging reach | - | 9,930 mm |
Sources: Komatsu PC210LC-11, Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the PC210LC-11 if...
Civil contractors and hire fleets use this crawler excavator for earthmoving, trench work and loading lorries. Its hydrostatic swing and steady hydraulic output help it keep pace through repeated digging cycles. It is a common choice where a larger machine is needed for longer, heavier shifts on big sites.
Full PC210LC-11 specifications →Buy or hire the EC220E if...
The Volvo EC220E is a mid-size crawler excavator used on larger UK groundworks, civils and demolition sites where a mini or midi excavator no longer has the reach or bucket capacity needed. Its Stage V D6 engine and Volvo cab are aimed at operators running long shifts. It is specified against similarly sized excavators from Caterpillar, Komatsu and Hitachi in the 20-22 tonne class.
Full EC220E specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Komatsu PC210LC-11 and the Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E?
The Komatsu PC210LC-11 is a a mid-size crawler excavator with a long undercarriage for heavy digging and truck loading.; the Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E is a a 22 tonne class crawler excavator for medium civils and groundworks.
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