Head to head
Kubota KX080-4a vs Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D
The Kubota KX080-4a is the bigger machine by 5,750kg and has 31kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Kubota KX080-4a is the bigger machine by 5,750kg.
- Engine power: the Kubota KX080-4a has 31kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota KX080-4a | Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 8240kg | 2,490 kg (ISO 6016) |
| Engine power | 63.2PS | 15.6 kW (21.2 hp) at 2,400 rpm |
| Dig depth | - | 2,672 mm (1,050mm arm); 2,965 mm (1,350mm arm) |
Sources: Kubota KX080-4a, Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the KX080-4a if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 5,750kg
- you want one that has 31kW more power
A 6 to 10 tonne machine for site clearance, drainage and bulk digging, often run with a dumper alongside. At 8.2 tonnes it moves on a lorry or low-loader.
Listed by
- Standard Plant Hire - Keston
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 KX080-4a and the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D?
The Kubota KX080-4a is the bigger machine by 5,750kg and has 31kW more power. The Kubota KX080-4a is a tracked excavator, 6 to 10 tonnes; the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D is a a 2.5-3.0 tonne short-swing mini excavator.
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