Head to head
Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40 vs Yanmar ViO33-6
The Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40 is the bigger machine by 830kg.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40 is the bigger machine by 830kg.
Specifications side by side
| Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40 | Yanmar ViO33-6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 3,985 kg | 3155 kg (canopy) / 3275 kg (cabin) |
| Engine power | 18.5 kW | 18.5 kW / 24.8 HP at 2200 rpm |
| Bucket capacity | 0.052 - 0.148 m3 | - |
| Breakout force | - | 29.9 kN |
| Fuel tank | - | 41 l |
Sources: Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40, Yanmar ViO33-6. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the ECR40 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 830kg
A short swing radius compact excavator for trenching, landscaping and building work in confined spaces. Contractors and hire fleets use it where a 4 tonne digger is needed close to walls and traffic.
Full ECR40 specifications →Buy or hire the ViO33-6 if...
A zero-tail swing digger for groundworkers, utility contractors and hire fleets on trenching, drainage and foundations beside walls and fences. Suits urban sites with limited space.
Full ViO33-6 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40 and the Yanmar ViO33-6?
The Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40 is the bigger machine by 830kg. The Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40 is a 4 tonne short swing mini excavator; the Yanmar ViO33-6 is a 3.2 tonne zero-tail mini excavator.
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