Head to head
Kubota KX060-5 vs Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D
The Kubota KX060-5 has 32kW more power and is the bigger machine by 2,951kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Kubota KX060-5 has 32kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Kubota KX060-5 is the bigger machine by 2,951kg.
- Dig depth: the Kubota KX060-5 digs 1.2m (4ft) deeper.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota KX060-5 | Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 5441 kg | 2,490 kg (ISO 6016) |
| Dig depth | 3875 mm | 2,672 mm (1,050mm arm); 2,965 mm (1,350mm arm) |
| Engine power | 47.6 kw | 15.6 kW (21.2 hp) at 2,400 rpm |
| Width | 1960 mm | - |
Sources: Kubota KX060-5, Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the KX060-5 if...
- you want one that has 32kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 2,951kg
- you want one that digs 1.2m (4ft) deeper
A 5 tonne class digger for groundworks and civils contractors on deeper trenching, pipe laying and loading, and a common step up from 3 to 4 tonne hire machines.
Full KX060-5 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 KX060-5 and the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D?
The Kubota KX060-5 has 32kW more power and is the bigger machine by 2,951kg. The Kubota KX060-5 is a 5 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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