Head to head
Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E vs Wacker Neuson ET16
The Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E is the bigger machine by 43,821kg and has 115kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E is the bigger machine by 43,821kg.
- Engine power: the Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E has 115kW more power.
- Dig depth: the Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E digs 4.29m (14ft) deeper.
Specifications side by side
| Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E | Wacker Neuson ET16 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 45,350 - 55,360 lb | 1,529 to 1,842 kg |
| Dig depth | 22 ft 1 in | 2,413 mm |
| Engine power | 173 hp | 13.8 kW |
| Breakout force | - | 15.3 kN |
| Length | - | 3,644 mm |
| Width | - | 990 mm |
| Height | - | 2,285 mm |
Sources: Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E, Wacker Neuson ET16. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the EC220E if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 43,821kg
- you want one that has 115kW more power
- you want one that digs 4.29m (14ft) deeper
The Volvo EC220E is a mid-size crawler excavator used on larger UK groundworks, civils and demolition sites where a mini or midi excavator no longer has the reach or bucket capacity needed. Its Tier 4 Final compliant D6 engine and Volvo cab are aimed at operators running long shifts. It is specified against similarly sized excavators from Caterpillar, Komatsu and Hitachi in the 20-22 tonne class.
Full EC220E specifications →Buy or hire the ET16 if...
The 1.5 tonne class is the busiest size in UK hire fleets. At 1,529kg it goes on a braked plant trailer behind a large 4x4 or pickup, and digs to 2,413 mm for footings, drainage runs and fence posts.
Listed by
- GEM Plant Sales Limited - Ashford, Sevington, Willesborough
Common questions
What is the difference between the Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E and the Wacker Neuson ET16?
The Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E is the bigger machine by 43,821kg and has 115kW more power. The Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E is a a 22 tonne class crawler excavator for medium civils and groundworks; the Wacker Neuson ET16 is a 1.5 tonne class mini excavator.
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