Head to head
MTS Dino 12 vs Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D
The MTS Dino 12 has 184kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the MTS Dino 12 has 184kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| MTS Dino 12 | Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 200 kW (twin fan system) | 15.6 kW (21.2 hp) at 2,400 rpm |
| Tank capacity | 12 m3 | - |
| Suction hose diameter | 250mm | - |
| Chassis | 8x4, 32 tonne | - |
| Operating weight | - | 2,490 kg (ISO 6016) |
| Dig depth | - | 2,672 mm (1,050mm arm); 2,965 mm (1,350mm arm) |
Sources: MTS Dino 12, Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Dino 12 if...
- you want one that has 184kW more power
The Dino 12 suits contractors handling bigger vacuum excavation jobs, such as trial holes on major utility works, where its 8x4 chassis and twin-fan system give more continuous suction power than a smaller van-mounted unit. It is aimed at hire fleets serving highways and utility contractors rather than small domestic drainage jobs.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
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 MTS Dino 12 and the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D?
The MTS Dino 12 has 184kW more power. The MTS Dino 12 is a a larger truck-mounted suction excavator from MTS, built on an 8x4 32-tonne chassis for heavier vacuum excavation work.; the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D is a a 2.5-3.0 tonne short-swing mini excavator.
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