Head to head
Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40 vs Yanmar ViO38-6
The Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40 is the bigger machine by 410kg. The Yanmar ViO38-6 has 0kW more power.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40 is the bigger machine by 410kg.
- Engine power: the Yanmar ViO38-6 has 0kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40 | Yanmar ViO38-6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 3,985 kg | 3575 kg (canopy) / 3695 kg (cabin) |
| Engine power | 18.5 kW | 18.9 kW / 25.3 HP at 2200 rpm |
| Bucket capacity | 0.052 - 0.148 m3 | - |
| Dig depth | - | 3290 mm / 3530mm* |
Sources: Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40, Yanmar ViO38-6. 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 410kg
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 ViO38-6 if...
- you want one that has 0kW more power
A mid-size mini excavator for drainage, foundations and utility work where a 3 to 4 tonne machine is wanted with a short rear swing. Contractors and hire fleets use it on housing plots and roadside trenching.
Full ViO38-6 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40 and the Yanmar ViO38-6?
The Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40 is the bigger machine by 410kg. The Yanmar ViO38-6 has 0kW more power. The Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40 is a 4 tonne short swing mini excavator; the Yanmar ViO38-6 is a 3.8 tonne zero tailswing mini excavator.
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