Mini ExcavatorEurope

Volvo EC18

1,770 kg16 hpMarket avg. €28k · 11 listed · 8 below market

Side elevationVolvo EC18
Volvo EC18 side elevation
Operating weight
1,770 kg
Length
3,591 mm
Fig · proportional to datasheet · mini excavator
Live market

11 active asks across Europe

Market avg.€28k

Asking prices land at €17k – €40k, around 13% above the market average.

NL
€34k
BE
€21k
DE
€37k
IT
€19k
PL
€27k
  • 20133,500 hrs · IT · dealer name hidden€3k
  • 2020NL · dealer name hidden€6k
  • 2019NL · dealer name hidden€17k
  • 20172,990 hrs · BE · dealer name hidden€18k
Based on 11 active dealer listings across our network.As of 2 Aug 2026

How much does a used Volvo EC18 cost in Europe?

Across independent European dealers, used Volvo EC18 listings currently run from €16,950 to €39,500, with a market average around €28,294. Year, operating hours and configuration move the price within that band. Based on 11 active listings, refreshed daily.

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ModelEC18
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Specification · Comparison

How the EC18 lines up in its class.

Nearest competitors auto-selected by category and weight class. Specs from manufacturer datasheets; prices from recent dealer listings.

At a glance
Weight class
1.8 t
1.8 t
1.8 t
Power
Engine
Volvo D0.9A
Yanmar 3TNV74
Komatsu 3D67E-2
Power
16.1–16.3 hp
15 hp
16 hp
Dimensions
Operating weight
1,692–1,810 kg
1,770 kg
1,795 kg
Length
3,591 mm
3,870 mm
3,800 mm
Width
994 mm
1,300 mm
1,280 mm
Height
2,395 mm
2,255 mm
2,370 mm
Transport length
3,591 mm
3,870 mm
3,800 mm
Working range
Bucket capacity
0.036 m³
0.04 m³
0.025 m³
Max dig depth
2,097–2,234 mm
2,390 mm
2,200 mm
Max reach
3,856–4,266 mm
4,090 mm
3,630 mm
Tail swing radius
1,075 mm
Drive
Travel speed
4.7 km/h
4.2 km/h
3.5 km/h
Market
Market average ask · EU
€28k
€23k
€20k
Price range
€17k€40k
€18k€29k
€20k€20k
Active listings
11
10
2
Specs · manufacturer datasheetsPrices · recent dealer listings, trailing window
About · Volvo EC18

Overview

The Volvo EC18 is a mini-excavator with an operating weight of 1770 kg and an engine output of 16 hp. It is equipped with a bucket capacity of 0.036 m3, placing it firmly in the sub-2-tonne excavator class. The machine is manufactured by Volvo and is positioned for light-duty earthmoving and confined-space work where a compact footprint is required.

Typical applications

Where this machine is used

Mini-excavators in this weight and power class are well suited to residential groundworks, utility trenching, and landscaping tasks where site access is restricted. Their compact dimensions allow operation in walled gardens, narrow urban corridors, and indoor demolition environments. Secondary applications include drainage work, small foundation preparation, and rural maintenance projects.

Used-market inspection

What to check before buying

When inspecting a used EC18, buyers should assess undercarriage wear including rubber tracks, rollers, and sprockets, as these components represent a significant portion of reconditioning costs in this machine class. The boom, arm, and bucket pins and bushings should be checked for play, and hydraulic hoses should be inspected for abrasion or seepage. Engine oil, coolant condition, and any active fault codes should be reviewed prior to purchase. Service history documentation adds confidence to any acquisition decision.

Current market

Price position

On the European used market, EC18 units are trading across a range of EUR 14750 to EUR 39500, with a market average of EUR 26822. This price spread reflects variation in age, hours, and specification level across available stock. Comparable machines in this segment include the Komatsu PC17 and the Takeuchi TB216, both of which compete directly with the EC18 on weight class and intended application.

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