Head to head
Mecalac 6MCR vs Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40
The Mecalac 6MCR has 536kW more power and is the bigger machine by 1,715kg.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Mecalac 6MCR has 536kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Mecalac 6MCR is the bigger machine by 1,715kg.
Specifications side by side
| Mecalac 6MCR | Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 5700 kg (12,600 lb) / 6100 kg (13,500 lb) | 3,985 kg |
| Engine power | 55,4 kW | 18.5 kW |
| Tail swing radius | 1170 mm | - |
| Travel speed | 10 km/h | - |
| Bucket capacity | - | 0.052 - 0.148 m3 |
Sources: Mecalac 6MCR, Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40. 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 536kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 1,715kg
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 ECR40 if...
A short swing radius compact excavator for trenching, landscaping and building work in confined spaces. Contractors and hire fleets use it where a 4 tonne digger is needed close to walls and traffic.
Full ECR40 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Mecalac 6MCR and the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40?
The Mecalac 6MCR has 536kW more power and is the bigger machine by 1,715kg. The Mecalac 6MCR is a 6 tonne crawler skid-excavator with compact tail swing; the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40 is a 4 tonne short swing mini excavator.
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