Excavator2003–presentEurope

Volvo EC300

29,750 kg253 hpMarket avg. €98k · 14 listed · 9 below market

Side elevationVolvo EC300
Volvo EC300 side elevation
Operating weight
29,750 kg
Length
10,610 mm
Fig · proportional to datasheet · crawler excavator
Live market

14 active asks across Europe

Market avg.€98k

Asking prices land at €71k – €148k, around 54% above the market average.

NL
€77k
BE
€48k
DK
€73k
PL
€65k
IT
€27k
  • 2013NL · dealer name hidden€20k
  • 2017NL · dealer name hidden€68k
  • 201714,381 hrs · NL · dealer name hidden€68k
  • 201512,440 hrs · BE · dealer name hidden€70k
Based on 14 active dealer listings across our network.As of 16 Sept 2026

How much does a used Volvo EC300 cost in Europe?

Across independent European dealers, used Volvo EC300 listings currently run from €71,000 to €147,500, with a market average around €97,870. Year, operating hours and configuration move the price within that band. Based on 14 active listings, refreshed daily.

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ModelEC300
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Specification · Comparison

How the EC300 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
30 t
30 t
30 t
Power
Engine
Volvo D8M
Isuzu 6HK1
Doosan DL08
Power
253 hp
249 hp
197 hp
Dimensions
Operating weight
29,750 kg
29,197 kg
29,300 kg
Length
10,610 mm
10,660 mm
Width
3,190 mm
3,290 mm
3,200 mm
Height
3,510 mm
3,110 mm
3,070 mm
Transport length
10,610 mm
10,660 mm
10,570 mm
Working range
Bucket capacity
1.55 m³
1.3 m³
1.15 m³
Max dig depth
7,340 mm
7,220 mm
7,305 mm
Max reach
10,720 mm
10,530 mm
10,600 mm
Drive
Travel speed
5.5 km/h
5.2 km/h
5.1 km/h
Market
Market average ask · EU
€98k
€78k
€102k
Price range
€71k€148k
€60k€94k
€71k€145k
Active listings
14
16
8
Specs · manufacturer datasheetsPrices · recent dealer listings, trailing window
About · Volvo EC300

Overview

The Volvo EC300 is a heavy-duty crawler excavator positioned in the 30-tonne class, purpose-built for demanding earthmoving and civil engineering applications. It operates at a working weight of 29,750 kg and is powered by an engine producing 253 hp, placing it firmly in the upper range of the 30-tonne segment. Standard bucket capacity is rated at 1.55 m3. The model has been in continuous production since 2003, resulting in a broad inventory of machines across varying ages and specifications on the used market.

Typical applications

Where this machine is used

The EC300 is suited to heavy earthmoving, bulk excavation, quarrying support, and infrastructure projects where high digging force and stable platform weight are required. Its operating weight and bucket capacity make it a practical choice for road construction, pipeline trenching, foundation work, and large-scale land development. The machine is also deployed in demolition and material-handling roles when fitted with appropriate attachments.

Used-market inspection

What to check before buying

Inspection of an EC300 should prioritise the undercarriage, as track components on a machine of this operating weight represent a significant maintenance cost and their condition directly affects value. Buyers should assess track pad wear, roller and idler condition, and frame integrity. The hydraulic system warrants close attention, including cylinder seals, hose routing, and pump performance under load. Engine hours should be verified against physical wear indicators and, where available, against telematics or service records. Structural inspection of the boom, arm, and slew ring is advisable, particularly on machines with a demolition or heavy-lift history. Confirm that any attachments, quick couplers, or auxiliary hydraulic circuits are correctly rated and documented for the machine. A pre-purchase inspection by an independent engineer familiar with the 30-tonne crawler class is standard practice for transactions of this size.

Current market

Price position

The Volvo EC300 is cross-shopped primarily against the Doosan DX300 and the Hitachi ZX300, all three sitting in the 30-tonne crawler excavator class. Buyers comparing these models typically evaluate differences in engine output, serviceability, and dealer support coverage. The EC300's 253 hp power rating is a reference point in direct comparisons against these competitors, and Volvo's established parts and service network is a differentiating factor for buyers prioritising lifecycle support. Within the used market, price positioning for any individual EC300 is driven by accumulated service hours, machine configuration, the presence and condition of additional attachments, geographic service history, overall structural and undercarriage condition, and whether the machine carries remaining warranty or telematics records. Machines with comprehensive service documentation and well-maintained undercarriages sit at the stronger end of the value range, while high-hour units with worn running gear or incomplete histories occupy the lower end.

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