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Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E vs Yanmar ViO57-6B
The Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E is a a 22 tonne class crawler excavator for medium civils and groundworks. The Yanmar ViO57-6B is a 5.5 tonne zero-tail mini excavator.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E | Yanmar ViO57-6B | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 20,470 - 25,760 kg | 5485 kg |
| 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 | - | 33,5 kW (at 2200 rpm) |
| Breakout force | - | 41,9 kN |
| Fuel tank | - | 66 l |
Sources: Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E, Yanmar ViO57-6B. 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 ViO57-6B if...
A 5 to 6 tonne zero-tail swing digger for civils and groundworks contractors on deeper trenching, pipe laying and loading. Hire fleets use it where space is tight but a bigger machine is needed.
Full ViO57-6B specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E and the Yanmar ViO57-6B?
The Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E is a a 22 tonne class crawler excavator for medium civils and groundworks; the Yanmar ViO57-6B is a 5.5 tonne zero-tail mini excavator.
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