Head to head
Hitachi ZX33U-6 vs Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D
The Hitachi ZX33U-6 has 3kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX33U-6 has 3kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX33U-6 | Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 3,320 - 3,720kg | 2,490 kg (ISO 6016) |
| Dig depth | 2,790 - 3,130mm | 2,672 mm (1,050mm arm); 2,965 mm (1,350mm arm) |
| Engine power | 18.8kW | 15.6 kW (21.2 hp) at 2,400 rpm |
Sources: Hitachi ZX33U-6, Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the ZX33U-6 if...
- you want one that has 3kW more power
A general-purpose mini digger for landscaping, utilities and small groundworks contractors who need to work in gardens, driveways and other access-restricted sites. Its zero tail swing lets it turn on the spot without swinging into fences or walls.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
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 →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX33U-6 and the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D?
The Hitachi ZX33U-6 has 3kW more power. The Hitachi ZX33U-6 is a 3.3-3.7 tonne zero tail swing mini excavator; the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D is a a 2.5-3.0 tonne short-swing mini excavator.
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