Head to head
Mecalac 6MCR vs Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D
The Mecalac 6MCR has 538kW more power and is the bigger machine by 3,210kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Mecalac 6MCR has 538kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Mecalac 6MCR is the bigger machine by 3,210kg.
Specifications side by side
| Mecalac 6MCR | Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 5700 kg (12,600 lb) / 6100 kg (13,500 lb) | 2,490 kg (ISO 6016) |
| Engine power | 55,4 kW | 15.6 kW (21.2 hp) at 2,400 rpm |
| Tail swing radius | 1170 mm | - |
| Travel speed | 10 km/h | - |
| Dig depth | - | 2,672 mm (1,050mm arm); 2,965 mm (1,350mm arm) |
Sources: Mecalac 6MCR, Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 6MCR if...
- you want one that has 538kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 3,210kg
A compact crawler excavator for utility trenching, landscaping and work between buildings where a 2 tonne class footprint is needed with 6 tonne digging performance. Used by groundworks and utility contractors on tight UK sites.
Full 6MCR specifications →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 Mecalac 6MCR and the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D?
The Mecalac 6MCR has 538kW more power and is the bigger machine by 3,210kg. The Mecalac 6MCR is a 6 tonne crawler skid-excavator with compact tail swing; the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D is a a 2.5-3.0 tonne short-swing mini excavator.
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