Head to head
Mecalac 9MDX vs Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D
The Mecalac 9MDX has 538kW more power and is the bigger machine by 2,825kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Mecalac 9MDX has 538kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Mecalac 9MDX is the bigger machine by 2,825kg.
Specifications side by side
| Mecalac 9MDX | Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 5315 kg (11718 lb) to 5715 kg (12600 lb) | 2,490 kg (ISO 6016) |
| Engine power | 55,4 kW (74 hp) | 15.6 kW (21.2 hp) at 2,400 rpm |
| Payload | 9000 kg | - |
| Travel speed | 25 km/h | - |
| Dig depth | - | 2,672 mm (1,050mm arm); 2,965 mm (1,350mm arm) |
Sources: Mecalac 9MDX, Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 9MDX if...
- you want one that has 538kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 2,825kg
A 9 tonne dumper with a fully enclosed ROPS/FOPS cab for bulk earthmoving, civils and road works on UK sites. Available with front tip or swivel skip.
Full 9MDX 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 9MDX and the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D?
The Mecalac 9MDX has 538kW more power and is the bigger machine by 2,825kg. The Mecalac 9MDX is a 9 tonne cabbed site dumper; the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D is a a 2.5-3.0 tonne short-swing mini excavator.
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