Head to head
Kubota U50-5 vs Volvo ECR88D
The Kubota U50-5 is a 4.8 tonne mini excavator. The Volvo ECR88D is a reduced tail swing excavator.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Kubota U50-5 | Volvo ECR88D | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 4,775kg | 8,620 - 9,980 kg |
| Dig depth | 3,370mm | - |
| Engine power | 40.4kW | - |
| Gross power | - | 43 kW |
| Bucket capacity | - | 0.08 - 0.33 m3 |
| Overall width | - | 2,300 mm |
| Overall length | - | 6,370 mm |
Sources: Kubota U50-5, Volvo ECR88D. 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 ECR88D if...
An 8-9 tonne reduced tail swing excavator used for groundworks in restricted spaces, common in UK plant hire and plant sales fleets.
Listed by
- Plant and Commercial Sales Limited - Leeds, Holbeck
Common questions
What is the difference between the Kubota U50-5 and the Volvo ECR88D?
The Kubota U50-5 is a 4.8 tonne mini excavator; the Volvo ECR88D is a reduced tail swing excavator.
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