Head to head
Liebherr L556 XPower vs Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D
The Liebherr L556 XPower is a large wheel loader with xpower power-split driveline. The Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D is a a 2.5-3.0 tonne short-swing mini excavator.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Liebherr L556 XPower | Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 19,600 - 21,600 kg | 2,490 kg (ISO 6016) |
| Tipping load | 9,300 - 13,750 kg | - |
| Bucket capacity | 2.80 - 10.00 m3 | - |
| Rated output ISO 14396 / ECE-R.120 | 183 kW / 249 HP | - |
| Dig depth | - | 2,672 mm (1,050mm arm); 2,965 mm (1,350mm arm) |
| Engine power | - | 15.6 kW (21.2 hp) at 2,400 rpm |
Sources: Liebherr L556 XPower, Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D. 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 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 Liebherr L556 XPower and the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D?
The Liebherr L556 XPower is a large wheel loader with XPower power-split driveline; the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D is a a 2.5-3.0 tonne short-swing mini excavator.
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