Head to head
Kubota U17-3a vs Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40
The Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40 is the bigger machine by 2,285kg and has 7kW more power.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40 is the bigger machine by 2,285kg.
- Engine power: the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40 has 7kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota U17-3a | Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1,700kg | 3,985 kg |
| Engine power | 11.3kW | 18.5 kW |
| Dig depth | 2,460mm | - |
| Bucket capacity | - | 0.052 - 0.148 m3 |
Sources: Kubota U17-3a, Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the U17-3a if...
A step up from a micro excavator for landscaping and groundworks contractors who need more dig depth and breakout force while still fitting through a standard gate or gap. Common on garden and small drainage jobs.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
- Compact Plant Sales - Farnham
- Beaver Tool Hire - Isleworth, Twickenham
- Standard Plant Hire - Keston
- HG Plant Sales - Maldon, Langford
Buy or hire the ECR40 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 2,285kg
- you want one that has 7kW more power
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 U17-3a and the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40?
The Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40 is the bigger machine by 2,285kg and has 7kW more power. The Kubota U17-3a is a 1.7 tonne mini excavator; the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40 is a 4 tonne short swing mini excavator.
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