Head to head
Kubota U36-4 vs Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D
The Kubota U36-4 is the bigger machine by 1,265kg and digs 74cm (2.5ft) deeper.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Kubota U36-4 is the bigger machine by 1,265kg.
- Dig depth: the Kubota U36-4 digs 74cm (2.5ft) deeper.
- Engine power: the Kubota U36-4 has 2kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota U36-4 | Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 3755 kg | 2,490 kg (ISO 6016) |
| Dig depth | 3410 mm | 2,672 mm (1,050mm arm); 2,965 mm (1,350mm arm) |
| Engine power | 17.8 kw | 15.6 kW (21.2 hp) at 2,400 rpm |
| Width | 1700 mm | - |
Sources: Kubota U36-4, Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the U36-4 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 1,265kg
- you want one that digs 74cm (2.5ft) deeper
- you want one that has 2kW more power
A zero-tail swing digger for builders, utility firms and hire fleets working beside walls, fences and live traffic. Common for trenching, foundations and drainage on urban sites.
Full U36-4 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 U36-4 and the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D?
The Kubota U36-4 is the bigger machine by 1,265kg and digs 74cm (2.5ft) deeper. The Kubota U36-4 is a 3.5 tonne zero-tail swing compact excavator; the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D is a a 2.5-3.0 tonne short-swing mini excavator.
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