Head to head
SANY SY26U vs Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D
The Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D has 1kW more power. The SANY SY26U is the bigger machine by 170kg and digs 14cm deeper.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D has 1kW more power.
- Operating weight: the SANY SY26U is the bigger machine by 170kg.
- Dig depth: the SANY SY26U digs 14cm deeper.
Specifications side by side
| SANY SY26U | Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2,660 kg | 2,490 kg (ISO 6016) |
| Dig depth | 2,810 mm | 2,672 mm (1,050mm arm); 2,965 mm (1,350mm arm) |
| Engine power | 14.6 kW at 2,400 rpm | 15.6 kW (21.2 hp) at 2,400 rpm |
| Transport width | 1,550 mm | - |
Sources: SANY SY26U, Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the SY26U if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 170kg
- you want one that digs 14cm deeper
The SANY SY26U is a 2.6 tonne mini excavator positioned as a value alternative to the established Kubota, JCB and Takeuchi machines in the same size class, sold in the UK through a small number of appointed dealers. SANY's UK presence is newer and thinner than the market leaders, so buyers weigh the lower purchase price against a less mature parts and resale network. It is more often bought outright by owner-operators than stocked in volume by the large national hire fleets.
Full SY26U specifications →Buy or hire the ECR25D if...
- you want one that has 1kW more power
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 SANY SY26U and the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D?
The Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D has 1kW more power. The SANY SY26U is the bigger machine by 170kg and digs 14cm deeper. The SANY SY26U is a a 2.6 tonne mini excavator; the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D is a a 2.5-3.0 tonne short-swing mini excavator.
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