Head to head
Mecalac 6MCR vs Volvo Construction Equipment ECR58
The Mecalac 6MCR has 519kW more power. The Volvo Construction Equipment ECR58 is the bigger machine by 140kg.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Mecalac 6MCR has 519kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR58 is the bigger machine by 140kg.
Specifications side by side
| Mecalac 6MCR | Volvo Construction Equipment ECR58 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 5700 kg (12,600 lb) / 6100 kg (13,500 lb) | 5,840 kg |
| Engine power | 55,4 kW | 35.5 kW |
| Tail swing radius | 1170 mm | - |
| Travel speed | 10 km/h | - |
| Bucket capacity | - | 0.11 m3 |
Sources: Mecalac 6MCR, Volvo Construction Equipment ECR58. 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 519kW more power
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 ECR58 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 140kg
A short swing radius excavator for groundworks, drainage and roadside utility trenching where the rear of the machine must stay close to the tracks. Contractors and hire fleets use it as a larger compact digger.
Full ECR58 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Mecalac 6MCR and the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR58?
The Mecalac 6MCR has 519kW more power. The Volvo Construction Equipment ECR58 is the bigger machine by 140kg. The Mecalac 6MCR is a 6 tonne crawler skid-excavator with compact tail swing; the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR58 is a 5.8 tonne short swing mini excavator.
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