Head to head
Kubota U50-5 vs Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E
The Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E is the bigger machine by 40,575kg and has 89kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E is the bigger machine by 40,575kg.
- Engine power: the Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E has 89kW more power.
- Dig depth: the Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E digs 3.34m (11ft) deeper.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota U50-5 | Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 4,775kg | 45,350 - 55,360 lb |
| Dig depth | 3,370mm | 22 ft 1 in |
| Engine power | 40.4kW | 173 hp |
Sources: Kubota U50-5, Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the U50-5 if...
A mid-size mini excavator for groundworkers who need more reach and dig depth than the smaller Kubota models while still keeping a compact machine for site access. Suits drainage, footings and utility trenching.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
- Standard Plant Hire - Keston
Buy or hire the EC220E if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 40,575kg
- you want one that has 89kW more power
- you want one that digs 3.34m (11ft) deeper
The Volvo EC220E is a mid-size crawler excavator used on larger UK groundworks, civils and demolition sites where a mini or midi excavator no longer has the reach or bucket capacity needed. Its Tier 4 Final compliant D6 engine and Volvo cab are aimed at operators running long shifts. It is specified against similarly sized excavators from Caterpillar, Komatsu and Hitachi in the 20-22 tonne class.
Full EC220E specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Kubota U50-5 and the Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E?
The Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E is the bigger machine by 40,575kg and has 89kW more power. The Kubota U50-5 is a 4.8 tonne mini excavator; the Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E is a a 22 tonne class crawler excavator for medium civils and groundworks.
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