Head to head
Volvo Construction Equipment ECR58 vs Yanmar ViO38-6
The Volvo Construction Equipment ECR58 has 17kW more power and is the bigger machine by 2,265kg.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR58 has 17kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR58 is the bigger machine by 2,265kg.
Specifications side by side
| Volvo Construction Equipment ECR58 | Yanmar ViO38-6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 5,840 kg | 3575 kg (canopy) / 3695 kg (cabin) |
| Engine power | 35.5 kW | 18.9 kW / 25.3 HP at 2200 rpm |
| Bucket capacity | 0.11 m3 | - |
| Dig depth | - | 3290 mm / 3530mm* |
Sources: Volvo Construction Equipment ECR58, Yanmar ViO38-6. 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 has 17kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 2,265kg
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 ViO38-6 if...
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 ECR58 and the Yanmar ViO38-6?
The Volvo Construction Equipment ECR58 has 17kW more power and is the bigger machine by 2,265kg. The Volvo Construction Equipment ECR58 is a 5.8 tonne short swing mini excavator; the Yanmar ViO38-6 is a 3.8 tonne zero tailswing mini excavator.
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