The Volvo ECR88D is a compact mini excavator designed for urban construction, utility work, landscaping, and confined job sites. It features a short tail swing design for improved maneuverability in tight spaces while maintaining digging performance and stability. The ECR88D is typically equipped with a fuel-efficient Volvo diesel engine, hydraulic system optimized for smooth control, and a comfortable operator station with good visibility. Common applications include trenching, site preparation, grading, and material handling. As part of Volvo's compact excavator range, the ECR88D is built for versatility, transportability, and efficient operation in restricted-access environments.
General Specifications
Volvo ECR88D Mini Excavator General Specifications specifications
Digging Depth
14.90 ft (4.54 m) - Starting 2025
Digging Reach
23.70 ft (7.22 m) - Starting 2025
Engine
58.00 hp (43.25 kw) - Starting 2025
Operating Weight
19,300.00 lbs (8,754.34 kg) - Starting 2025
Boom/Stick 1
Volvo ECR88D Mini Excavator Boom/Stick 1 specifications
Boom/Stick 1
Boom - 3.55 m, 11.8 ft in / Arm - 1.7 m, 5.7 ft in
Max Cutting Height
22.28 ft (6.79 m)
Max Digging Depth
13.55 ft (4.13 m)
Max Digging Reach
22.87 ft (6.97 m)
Max Digging Reach On Ground
22.31 ft (6.80 m)
Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth
9.26 ft (2.82 m)
Max.Dumping Height
16.28 ft (4.96 m)
Min.Front Swing Radius
8.40 ft (2.56 m)
Boom/Stick 2
Volvo ECR88D Mini Excavator Boom/Stick 2 specifications
Boom/Stick 2
Boom - 3.55 m, 11.8 ft in / Arm - 2.1 m, 6.11 ft in
Max Cutting Height
23.13 ft (7.05 m)
Max Digging Depth
14.87 ft (4.53 m)
Max Digging Reach
24.12 ft (7.35 m)
Max Digging Reach On Ground
23.56 ft (7.18 m)
Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth
10.50 ft (3.20 m)
Max.Dumping Height
17.13 ft (5.22 m)
Min.Front Swing Radius
8.67 ft (2.64 m)
Buckets
Volvo ECR88D Mini Excavator Buckets specifications
Reference Bucket Capacity
0.5 cu yd
Capacities
Volvo ECR88D Mini Excavator Capacities specifications
Engine Oil
2.70 gal (10.22 l)
Hydraulic System
9.80 gal (37.09 l)
Hydraulic Tank
22 gal (US) - Starting 2026
Travel Reduction
0.90 gal (3.41 l)
Description
Volvo ECR88D Mini Excavator Description specifications
Max Arm Length
6ft 11in ft/in - Starting 2026
Mono Boom Size
11ft 8in ft/in - Starting 2026
Number Of Arm Options
2 - Starting 2026
Operating Weight
19758 lb - Starting 2026
Total Number Of Boom Options
1 - Starting 2026
Dimensions
Volvo ECR88D Mini Excavator Dimensions specifications
Boom Swing
70 degrees
Counterweight Clearance
2.50 ft (0.76 m)
Dig Depth - Mono Boom
13ft 7in ft/in - Starting 2026
Dig Height - Mono Boom
22ft 3in ft/in - Starting 2026
Digging Reach - Mono Boom
22ft 10in ft/in - Starting 2026
Dump Height - Mono Boom
16ft 3in ft/in - Starting 2026
Ground Clearance
16.00 in (40.64 cm) - Starting 2026
Height To Top Of Cab
8.91 ft (2.72 m)
Max Transport Height
8ft 11in ft/in - Starting 2026
Minimum Ground Clearance
15.95 in (40.51 cm)
Overall Height Of Engine Hood
3.88 ft (1.18 m)
Overall Length
20.90 ft (6.37 m)
Overall Width
7.55 ft (2.30 m)
Overall Width -Upper Structure
7.26 ft (2.21 m)
Shoe Width
1.48 ft (0.45 m)
Superstructure Width
7ft 5in ft/in - Starting 2026
Tail Swing Radius
4.24 ft (1.29 m)
Tailswing Radius
4ft 3in ft/in - Starting 2026
Track Gauge
6.07 ft (1.85 m)
Track Length
111.42 in (283.01 cm)
Track Length On Ground
7ft 3in ft/in - Starting 2026
Transport Length Mono Boom
20ft 11in ft/in - Starting 2026
Tumbler Length
7.22 ft (2.20 m)
Undercarriage Width
7ft 7in ft/in - Starting 2026
Vertical Wall - Mono Boom
9ft 3in ft/in - Starting 2026
Zero Tailswing
No - Starting 2026
Driveline
Volvo ECR88D Mini Excavator Driveline specifications
Aspiration
Turbo - Starting 2026
Displacement
160 in³ - Starting 2026
Engine Model
D 2.6H - Starting 2026
Engine Output - Net
55.00 hp (41.01 kw) - Starting 2026
Number Of Carrier Rollers - Each Side
1 - Starting 2026
Number Of Track Rollers - Each Side
5 - Starting 2026
Rated Speed
2000 - Starting 2026
Track Shoe Width
18.00 in (45.72 cm) - Starting 2026
Electrical System
Volvo ECR88D Mini Excavator Electrical System specifications
Batteries
1
Battery
100(Ah)
Voltage
12V V
Engine
Volvo ECR88D Mini Excavator Engine specifications
Bore
0.20 in (0.51 cm)
Displacement
159.90 cu in (2,620.30 cu cm)
Engine Model
D2.6H
Fuel Tank
7.70 gal (29.14 l)
Gross Power
55.00 hp (41.01 kw)
Max Power
2000 rpm
Max Torque
162.30 lbs ft (220.05 nm)
Net Power
58.00 hp (43.25 kw)
Number Of Cylinders
4
Power Measured @
2200 rpm
Rated Engine Speed
1300 rpm
Stroke
0.20 in (0.51 cm)
Hydraulic System
Volvo ECR88D Mini Excavator Hydraulic System specifications
Hydraulic System
140 L, (37 gal)
Implement
618.5 psi
Main Pump - Maximum Flow
44.70 gpm (169.19 lpm)
Pilot Circuit
3.4 psi
Pilot Pump - Maximum Flow
3.70 gpm (14.00 lpm)
Swing Circuit
515.4 psi
Travel Circuit
618.5 psi
Loader
Volvo ECR88D Mini Excavator Loader specifications
Breakout Force
12860 (IBF)
Operational
Volvo ECR88D Mini Excavator Operational specifications
Fuel Capacity
13.00 gal (49.21 l)
Operating Weight
6,012.00 lbs (2,727.00 kg)
Performance
Volvo ECR88D Mini Excavator Performance specifications
Arm Tearout
8950 lbf - Starting 2026
Bucket Breakout
12860 lbf - Starting 2026
End Lift - Max Reach
3285 lb - Starting 2026
Gradeability
35 %
Ground Bearing Pressure
5.9 psi - Starting 2026
Main Pump - Flow
50 gal (US)/min - Starting 2026
Side Lift - Max Reach
2161 lb - Starting 2026
Travel Speed - High
3.20 mph (5.15 kph) - Starting 2026
Swing Mechanism
Volvo ECR88D Mini Excavator Swing Mechanism specifications
Swing Speed
9.3 rpm
Swing Torque
16,890.00 lbs ft (22,899.46 nm)
Undercarriage
Volvo ECR88D Mini Excavator Undercarriage specifications
Drawbar Pull
14,612.58 lbs (6,628.16 kg)
Link Pitch
6.07 in (15.42 cm)
Number Of Bottom Rollers Per Side
2X5
Number Of Top Rollers Per Side
2X1
Shoe Width - Steel
450/600 in, (177/236 mm)
Shoe Width – Rubber
17.72 in (45.01 cm)
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