Head to head
Kubota KX030-4 vs Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D
The Kubota KX030-4 has 2kW more power and is the bigger machine by 300kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Kubota KX030-4 has 2kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Kubota KX030-4 is the bigger machine by 300kg.
- Dig depth: the Kubota KX030-4 digs 20cm deeper.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota KX030-4 | Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2790 kg | 2,490 kg (ISO 6016) |
| Dig depth | 2870 mm | 2,672 mm (1,050mm arm); 2,965 mm (1,350mm arm) |
| Engine power | 17.7 kw | 15.6 kW (21.2 hp) at 2,400 rpm |
| Width | 1500 mm | - |
Sources: Kubota KX030-4, Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the KX030-4 if...
- you want one that has 2kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 300kg
- you want one that digs 20cm deeper
A 3 tonne class digger for hire fleets, groundworkers and landscapers on trenching, drainage and foundation work in confined spaces. The reduced overhang helps on tight sites.
Full KX030-4 specifications →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 Kubota KX030-4 and the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D?
The Kubota KX030-4 has 2kW more power and is the bigger machine by 300kg. The Kubota KX030-4 is a 2.8 tonne class mini excavator; the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D is a a 2.5-3.0 tonne short-swing mini excavator.
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