2,491 kg21 hpMarket avg. €24k · 18 listed · 10 below market
Asking prices land at €15k – €36k, around 6% below the market average.
Across independent European dealers, used Volvo ECR25 listings currently run from €14,750 to €35,800, with a market average around €23,501. Year, operating hours and configuration move the price within that band. Based on 18 active listings, refreshed daily.
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The Volvo ECR25 is a compact, tail-swing-reduced mini-excavator in the two-and-a-half-tonne class, designed for confined-site productivity without sacrificing structural rigidity. It operates at 2491 kg and develops 21 hp, placing it firmly among entry-level professional compact excavators suited to urban and light civil applications. The 0.074 m3 bucket capacity is representative of the class and aligns with precise, controlled digging rather than high-volume bulk excavation.
Machines in this weight and power bracket are routinely deployed on utility trenching, landscaping, foundation work in restricted access areas, and indoor demolition where door-width clearance and floor-load limits are critical. The reduced-tail-swing configuration allows the ECR25 to rotate within tight envelopes such as roadside trenches, walled courtyards, and occupied sites where adjacent structures or traffic limit swing radius. Secondary applications include pipe laying, cable ducting, and general site preparation on projects where a larger machine cannot safely or legally operate.
Prospective buyers should verify the condition of the undercarriage, including rubber track wear, drive motor seals, and roller condition, as these are the primary wear components on machines in this class. Hydraulic system inspection should cover cylinder rod condition for corrosion or scoring, hose routing for chafing, and any evidence of slow or uneven boom, arm, or bucket response. Engine hours should be cross-referenced against service records where available. Buyers should confirm whether the machine retains its original bucket or has been operated primarily with alternative attachments, which affects pin and bushing wear at the coupler point. Cab or canopy condition, including ROPS certification status, is a practical compliance consideration for many worksites. Finally, any machine offered with additional hydraulic circuits should be verified for full function before purchase.
The ECR25 competes directly with the Wacker Neuson ET24 and the Kubota U27. The Wacker Neuson ET24 sits slightly below the ECR25 in operating weight and offers a comparable power output, making it a close substitute in the sub-2500 kg segment. The Kubota U27, at roughly the same power tier, positions itself with a strong dealer-service network argument and is often cross-shopped by buyers prioritising parts availability over brand preference. The ECR25 differentiates itself through Volvo's construction-grade build standards and its reduced-tail-swing geometry, which is a specific design priority rather than an afterthought. Within the ECR25 market, attributes that move a unit through its price band include recorded service hours, the presence of a quick-coupler or hydraulic thumb, additional attachment circuits, undercarriage condition, cabin configuration such as ROPS canopy versus enclosed cab, and overall machine condition including paint integrity and structural inspection history.
Market average ask shown as delta against the class average (€24k).
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