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Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E vs Yanmar ViO23-6
The Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E is a a 22 tonne class crawler excavator for medium civils and groundworks. The Yanmar ViO23-6 is a 2.3 tonne zero tailswing mini excavator.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Specifications side by side
| Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E | Yanmar ViO23-6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 20,470 - 25,760 kg | 2245 kg (Canopy) / 2405 kg (Cabin) |
| Gross power | 129 kW | - |
| Bucket capacity | 0.48 - 1.44 m3 | - |
| Max. digging depth | 6,730 mm | - |
| Max. digging reach | 9,930 mm | - |
| Engine power | - | 14.6 kW at 2400 rpm |
| Dig depth | - | 2450 / 2655 mm |
Sources: Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E, Yanmar ViO23-6. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the EC220E if...
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 Stage V 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 ViO23-6 if...
A compact mini excavator that keeps within its track width when slewing, used by landscapers, groundworkers and hire fleets for work beside walls, fences and buildings. It can be moved on a trailer behind a pickup or van.
Full ViO23-6 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E and the Yanmar ViO23-6?
The Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E is a a 22 tonne class crawler excavator for medium civils and groundworks; the Yanmar ViO23-6 is a 2.3 tonne zero tailswing mini excavator.
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