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Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D vs Wacker Neuson DPU100-70

The Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D is the bigger machine by 1,810kg.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D
Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D - image: Volvo Construction Equipment
DPU100-70
Wacker Neuson DPU100-70

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25DWacker Neuson DPU100-70
Operating weight2,490 kg (ISO 6016)680kg (710kg with extension plates)
Dig depth2,672 mm (1,050mm arm); 2,965 mm (1,350mm arm)-
Engine power15.6 kW (21.2 hp) at 2,400 rpm-
Centrifugal force-100kN
Plate width-700mm (970mm with extension plates)
Travel speed-30m/min forward, 28m/min reverse
Engine-Lombardini 12 LD 475, 15.0kW max at 3,000rpm

Sources: Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D, Wacker Neuson DPU100-70. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the ECR25D if...

  • you want one that is the bigger machine by 1,810kg

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 DPU100-70 if...

A heavy reversible plate compactor for granular sub-base and asphalt work, too large for garden or driveway jobs. Its weight and centrifugal force suit groundworkers compacting trench backfill and road sub-base rather than small landscaping tasks.

Full DPU100-70 specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D and the Wacker Neuson DPU100-70?

The Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D is the bigger machine by 1,810kg. The Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D is a a 2.5-3.0 tonne short-swing mini excavator; the Wacker Neuson DPU100-70 is a reversible vibratory plate compactor, diesel.

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