Head to head
Volvo Construction Equipment ECR58 vs Yanmar SV17VT
The Volvo Construction Equipment ECR58 is the bigger machine by 4,140kg. The Yanmar SV17VT has 78kW more power.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR58 is the bigger machine by 4,140kg.
- Engine power: the Yanmar SV17VT has 78kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Volvo Construction Equipment ECR58 | Yanmar SV17VT | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 5,840 kg | 1700 kg (canopy) / 1790 kg (cabin) |
| Engine power | 35.5 kW | 11,3 kW (at 2400 rpm) |
| Bucket capacity | 0.11 m3 | - |
| Breakout force | - | 16 kN |
| Fuel tank | - | 27 l |
Sources: Volvo Construction Equipment ECR58, Yanmar SV17VT. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the ECR58 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 4,140kg
A short swing radius excavator for groundworks, drainage and roadside utility trenching where the rear of the machine must stay close to the tracks. Contractors and hire fleets use it as a larger compact digger.
Full ECR58 specifications →Buy or hire the SV17VT if...
- you want one that has 78kW more power
A small digger for hire fleets, landscapers and builders on garden work, drainage and small trenches. Light enough to move on a trailer behind a pickup or van.
Full SV17VT specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR58 and the Yanmar SV17VT?
The Volvo Construction Equipment ECR58 is the bigger machine by 4,140kg. The Yanmar SV17VT has 78kW more power. The Volvo Construction Equipment ECR58 is a 5.8 tonne short swing mini excavator; the Yanmar SV17VT is a 1.7 tonne conventional-tail mini excavator.
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