Head to head
Kubota U36-4 vs Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40
The Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40 is the bigger machine by 230kg and has 1kW more power.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40 is the bigger machine by 230kg.
- Engine power: the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40 has 1kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota U36-4 | Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 3755 kg | 3,985 kg |
| Engine power | 17.8 kw | 18.5 kW |
| Dig depth | 3410 mm | - |
| Width | 1700 mm | - |
| Bucket capacity | - | 0.052 - 0.148 m3 |
Sources: Kubota U36-4, Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the U36-4 if...
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 ECR40 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 230kg
- you want one that has 1kW 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 U36-4 and the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40?
The Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40 is the bigger machine by 230kg and has 1kW more power. The Kubota U36-4 is a 3.5 tonne zero-tail swing compact excavator; the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40 is a 4 tonne short swing mini excavator.
GetBrent is an independent directory and is not a dealer for, nor affiliated with, either manufacturer. Model and brand names are the trademarks of their owners.