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Kubota KX018-4 vs Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40
The Kubota KX018-4 is a 1.5 tonne class mini excavator. The Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40 is a 4 tonne short swing mini excavator.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Specifications side by side
| Kubota KX018-4 | Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | up to 1720kg | 3,985 kg |
| Dig depth | 2380mm | - |
| Width | 1300mm | - |
| Engine power | - | 18.5 kW |
| Bucket capacity | - | 0.052 - 0.148 m3 |
Sources: Kubota KX018-4, Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the KX018-4 if...
The 1.5 tonne class is the busiest size in UK hire fleets. At 1,720kg it goes on a braked plant trailer behind a large 4x4 or pickup, and digs to 2380mm for footings, drainage runs and fence posts.
Full KX018-4 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 Kubota KX018-4 and the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40?
The Kubota KX018-4 is a 1.5 tonne class mini excavator; the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40 is a 4 tonne short swing mini excavator.
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