Head to head
SANY SY26U vs Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40
The Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40 is the bigger machine by 1,325kg and has 4kW more power.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40 is the bigger machine by 1,325kg.
- Engine power: the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40 has 4kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| SANY SY26U | Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2,660 kg | 3,985 kg |
| Engine power | 14.6 kW at 2,400 rpm | 18.5 kW |
| Dig depth | 2,810 mm | - |
| Transport width | 1,550 mm | - |
| Bucket capacity | - | 0.052 - 0.148 m3 |
Sources: SANY SY26U, Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the SY26U if...
The SANY SY26U is a 2.6 tonne mini excavator positioned as a value alternative to the established Kubota, JCB and Takeuchi machines in the same size class, sold in the UK through a small number of appointed dealers. SANY's UK presence is newer and thinner than the market leaders, so buyers weigh the lower purchase price against a less mature parts and resale network. It is more often bought outright by owner-operators than stocked in volume by the large national hire fleets.
Full SY26U specifications →Buy or hire the ECR40 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 1,325kg
- you want one that has 4kW more power
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 SANY SY26U and the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40?
The Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40 is the bigger machine by 1,325kg and has 4kW more power. The SANY SY26U is a a 2.6 tonne mini excavator; the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40 is a 4 tonne short swing mini excavator.
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