Head to head
Kubota U55-4 vs Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D
The Kubota U55-4 is the bigger machine by 2,910kg and has 18kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Kubota U55-4 is the bigger machine by 2,910kg.
- Engine power: the Kubota U55-4 has 18kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota U55-4 | Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 5400kg | 2,490 kg (ISO 6016) |
| Engine power | 46PS | 15.6 kW (21.2 hp) at 2,400 rpm |
| Dig depth | - | 2,672 mm (1,050mm arm); 2,965 mm (1,350mm arm) |
Sources: Kubota U55-4, Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the U55-4 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 2,910kg
- you want one that has 18kW more power
A midi excavator for groundworks, utilities and landscaping contractors. At 5.4 tonnes it arrives on a lorry rather than behind a car.
Listed by
- Yorkshire Plant Sales - Wakefield, Leeds
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 U55-4 and the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D?
The Kubota U55-4 is the bigger machine by 2,910kg and has 18kW more power. The Kubota U55-4 is a midi excavator, 3 to 6 tonnes; the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D is a a 2.5-3.0 tonne short-swing mini excavator.
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