Head to head
Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D vs Volvo A25G
The Volvo A25G has 218kW more power and is the bigger machine by 20,210kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Volvo A25G has 218kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Volvo A25G is the bigger machine by 20,210kg.
Specifications side by side
| Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D | Volvo A25G | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2,490 kg (ISO 6016) | 22.7 tonnes (empty) |
| Engine power | 15.6 kW (21.2 hp) at 2,400 rpm | 234kW (Volvo D11M diesel) |
| Dig depth | 2,672 mm (1,050mm arm); 2,965 mm (1,350mm arm) | - |
| Payload | - | 25 tonnes |
| Dump body capacity | - | 15.3m3 (SAE heaped) |
Sources: Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D, Volvo A25G. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the ECR25D if...
The Volvo ECR25D is Volvo CE's short-swing mini excavator in the popular UK 2.5-3 tonne hire class, competing for the same jobs as the Kubota U27-4 and similarly sized Takeuchi and JCB machines. Its short-radius superstructure lets the counterweight stay close to the tracks when slewing, useful on confined urban and residential sites. It is sold across Great Britain exclusively through SMT GB's dealer network.
Full ECR25D specifications →Buy or hire the A25G if...
- you want one that has 218kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 20,210kg
A mid-size articulated hauler built for moving bulk material across rough, wet or steep haul roads that a rigid dump truck cannot cross safely. Its 25 tonne payload suits quarry and large groundworks contracts rather than small housebuilding sites.
Listed by
- Daly Plant Hire Ltd - Tadworth, Kingswood
Common questions
What is the difference between the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D and the Volvo A25G?
The Volvo A25G has 218kW more power and is the bigger machine by 20,210kg. The Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D is a a 2.5-3.0 tonne short-swing mini excavator; the Volvo A25G is a articulated dump truck.
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