Head to head
Volvo A30G vs Volvo ECR88D
The Volvo A30G is a articulated dump truck. The Volvo ECR88D is a reduced tail swing excavator.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Volvo A30G | Volvo ECR88D | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | approx. 52,029lb (23.6 tonnes) | 8,620 - 9,980 kg |
| Transport dimensions | 33ft 9in x 9ft 8in x 11ft 1in | - |
| Gross power | - | 43 kW |
| Bucket capacity | - | 0.08 - 0.33 m3 |
| Overall width | - | 2,300 mm |
| Overall length | - | 6,370 mm |
Sources: Volvo A30G, Volvo ECR88D. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the A30G if...
A mid-size articulated hauler for moving spoil and aggregate over rough or soft haul roads. Quarry and large groundworks contractors hire it for higher-volume material movement than a rigid dumper allows.
Listed by
- Daly Plant Hire Ltd - Tadworth, Kingswood
Buy or hire the ECR88D if...
An 8-9 tonne reduced tail swing excavator used for groundworks in restricted spaces, common in UK plant hire and plant sales fleets.
Listed by
- Plant and Commercial Sales Limited - Leeds, Holbeck
Common questions
What is the difference between the Volvo A30G and the Volvo ECR88D?
The Volvo A30G is a articulated dump truck; the Volvo ECR88D is a reduced tail swing excavator.
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