Head to head
Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D vs Yanmar ViO80-1
The Yanmar ViO80-1 has 377kW more power and is the bigger machine by 5,575kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Yanmar ViO80-1 has 377kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Yanmar ViO80-1 is the bigger machine by 5,575kg.
Specifications side by side
| Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D | Yanmar ViO80-1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2,490 kg (ISO 6016) | 8065 kg |
| Engine power | 15.6 kW (21.2 hp) at 2,400 rpm | 39,3 kW / 53,5 HP at 1900 rpm |
| Dig depth | 2,672 mm (1,050mm arm); 2,965 mm (1,350mm arm) | - |
| Breakout force | - | 63,5 kN |
| Fuel tank | - | 115 l |
Sources: Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D, Yanmar ViO80-1. 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 ViO80-1 if...
- you want one that has 377kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 5,575kg
An 8 tonne zero-tail swing midi excavator for civils, utilities and roadworks contractors working in restricted space or alongside live traffic. Used for deeper trenching, pipe laying and loading.
Full ViO80-1 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D and the Yanmar ViO80-1?
The Yanmar ViO80-1 has 377kW more power and is the bigger machine by 5,575kg. The Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D is a a 2.5-3.0 tonne short-swing mini excavator; the Yanmar ViO80-1 is a 8 tonne zero-tail midi excavator.
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