Head to head
Liebherr L556 XPower vs Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E
The Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E is the bigger machine by 870kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E is the bigger machine by 870kg.
Specifications side by side
| Liebherr L556 XPower | Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 19,600 - 21,600 kg | 20,470 - 25,760 kg |
| Bucket capacity | 2.80 - 10.00 m3 | 0.48 - 1.44 m3 |
| Tipping load | 9,300 - 13,750 kg | - |
| Rated output ISO 14396 / ECE-R.120 | 183 kW / 249 HP | - |
| Gross power | - | 129 kW |
| Max. digging depth | - | 6,730 mm |
| Max. digging reach | - | 9,930 mm |
Sources: Liebherr L556 XPower, Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the L556 XPower if...
A large wheel loader for quarry and bulk material handling work. Liebherr's XPower driveline splits power between hydrostatic and mechanical drive to cut fuel use on repetitive load-and-carry cycles.
Listed by
- ChapmanPlant - Bristol, Iron Acton
Buy or hire the EC220E if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 870kg
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 Stage V 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 Liebherr L556 XPower and the Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E?
The Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E is the bigger machine by 870kg. The Liebherr L556 XPower is a large wheel loader with XPower power-split driveline; the Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E is a a 22 tonne class crawler excavator for medium civils and groundworks.
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