Head to head
Mecalac TA6 vs Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D
The Mecalac TA6 has 39kW more power and is the bigger machine by 1,655kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Mecalac TA6 has 39kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Mecalac TA6 is the bigger machine by 1,655kg.
Specifications side by side
| Mecalac TA6 | Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 4145 kg (9138 lb) to 4345 kg (9579 lb) | 2,490 kg (ISO 6016) |
| Engine power | 55 kW (74hp) | 15.6 kW (21.2 hp) at 2,400 rpm |
| Payload | 6000 kg | - |
| Travel speed | 25 km/h | - |
| Dig depth | - | 2,672 mm (1,050mm arm); 2,965 mm (1,350mm arm) |
Sources: Mecalac TA6, Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the TA6 if...
- you want one that has 39kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 1,655kg
A 6 tonne site dumper for groundworks, drainage and general site haulage on UK sites, with a choice of front or swivel skip. It has a foldable ROPS bar with side protection gates.
Full TA6 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 TA6 and the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D?
The Mecalac TA6 has 39kW more power and is the bigger machine by 1,655kg. The Mecalac TA6 is a 6 tonne site dumper with straight or swivel skip; the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D is a a 2.5-3.0 tonne short-swing mini excavator.
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