8,600 kg55 hpMarket avg. €26k · 20 listed · 14 below market
Asking prices land at €23k – €32k, around 4% above the market average.
Across independent European dealers, used Volvo ECR88 listings currently run from €23,400 to €31,926, with a market average around €26,189. Year, operating hours and configuration move the price within that band. Based on 20 active listings, refreshed daily.
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The Volvo ECR88 is a compact radius mini-excavator in the 8-tonne class, configured with a reduced-swing rear overhang that allows operation in confined or obstructed environments. It has an operating weight of 8,600 kg and an engine output of 55 hp, placing it at the upper end of the conventional mini-excavator segment. Bucket capacity is rated at 0.2 m3, consistent with the digging and grading demands typical of this weight class.
The ECR88 is suited to urban utility work, road-side trenching, and site preparation tasks where space constraints limit the use of larger machines. Its compact swing radius makes it a practical choice for work in proximity to structures, fencing, or traffic. Pipeline installation, drainage projects, and landscaping operations in restricted access areas represent core use cases for machines of this class.
Inspection of the undercarriage is a priority on any mini-excavator in this weight class, as track wear, roller condition, and sprocket wear accumulate at rates proportional to the nature of the work performed, not hours alone. Buyers should request service records and verify that hydraulic hoses, boom pins, and bucket linkage show no signs of weeping or excessive play. The swing bearing should be checked for both vertical and horizontal movement. On the ECR88 specifically, the reduced-swing housing should be inspected for contact damage, as the configuration encourages use in environments where proximity to obstacles is inherent. Engine oil condition, coolant hoses, and air filter service intervals are standard checks across the class. The presence of a certified quick-coupler, auxiliary hydraulic lines, or a blade adds operational flexibility and should be assessed for compatibility with existing attachment inventory.
Within the 8-tonne compact radius segment, the ECR88 is cross-shopped primarily against the Kubota KX080 and the Doosan DX85. The Kubota KX080 is a well-established alternative with a strong dealer and parts network, and buyers often compare it on serviceability and availability of support. The Doosan DX85 sits at a comparable weight and power level, and buyers typically evaluate the two on cabin ergonomics, hydraulic performance, and brand support infrastructure. The ECR88 differentiates itself through Volvo's reduced-tail-swing engineering and its integration into the broader Volvo construction equipment ecosystem. Within any price band for this model, the primary attributes that move a unit are recorded operating hours, maintenance history, undercarriage condition, the presence of a quick-coupler or auxiliary hydraulics, and whether the machine retains its original bucket or carries a verified attachment package. Configuration choices such as blade type and cab specification also influence positioning within the band.
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