Volvo CE Launches Three New-Gen Compact Excavators

Mar 16, 2026 - 3 months ago

Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) has enhanced its compact excavator lineup with the launch of three new-generation models: the ECR90, EC65 and EW65.

Volvo CE Launches Three New-Gen Compact Excavators — *Volvo ECR90 Mini Excavator*

These models replace the previous generation’s ECR88, EC60 and EW60 respectively, featuring updates that translate to faster cycle times, increased versatility and maximum uptime for customers.

The Volvo ECR90 short-swing, EC65 crawler and EW65 wheeled excavators prioritize total cost of ownership, productivity and operator comfort.
Updates include more engine power and hydraulic flow than the models they replace.
The compact excavators are now available for order in Europe, North America, Oceania, Korea and Japan.

“Thanks to some significant upgrades, these machines deliver everything our customers need to succeed in utilities, agriculture, landscaping, general construction and more — all wrapped up in compact and highly maneuverable designs,” said Xavier Beaud, Head of Technology, Compact Business Unit at Volvo CE. “They’re engineered to achieve big results across a wide range of jobsites thanks to additional engine power, improved digging, lifting and swing performance, longer service intervals, and a fully refreshed operator environment.”

Big performance in a small package

All three excavators offer noticeable improvements over their predecessors, intended to maximize customers’ productivity.

The 9-ton ECR90 is a powerful short-swing excavator built to compete with larger models — but at a size that’s ideal for confined, restrictive jobsites. Compared to the ECR88, upgrades include:

28% more engine power
15% more pump torque
13% more bucket force
11% more arm digging force
7% more tractive force
A 30% larger cab

The 7-ton EC65 and EW65 deliver 4% and 6% more engine power respectively, along with a 9% increase in boom lifting force, all of which lead to faster, more reliable operation.

All three models support Volvo’s full range of compact excavator attachments, and their auxiliary hydraulic flow has increased, offering more precision and power for a wider range of tasks. On the EC65 and EW65, hydraulic flow is 100% higher, and on the ECR90, it's 15% higher.

To further boost efficiency and versatility, these new machines are well-suited for tiltrotators (and can be factory-fitted with one in Europe). This allows for 360-degree rotation and 45-degree tilting of the attachment, so an operator can perform complex tasks without repositioning the excavator, saving time and fuel.

The wheeled EW65 can travel up to 18.6 mph (30 km/h), and easy-to-select work modes allow the operator to tailor its performance for travel, digging or parked work.

New benchmarks in comfort, reliability and TCO

The ECR90, EC65 and EW65 are built to minimize downtime and reduce total cost of ownership. Larger fuel tanks and extended service intervals — like 8,000 hours for DPF cleaning and 1,500 hours for hydraulic return filter changes — reduce time spent on these common tasks. Wide opening hoods and ground-level access to grouped service points mean safer, faster maintenance.

Standard telematics or optional advanced telematics boost productivity and uptime even farther. And, keeping the future in mind, the excavators’ connectivity platform supports the integration of upcoming service enhancements.

These mini excavators also feature a fully refreshed cab environment designed to keep the operator comfortable, safe and productive all day. A high-definition touchscreen display offers helpful functions like attachment presets, rear and side camera views, service interval settings and Bluetooth pairing.

Continuing the Volvo CE tradition of class-leading ergonomics in compact equipment, all three machines include new seats with optional air suspension, wider adjustable armrests and a new tiltable left-hand console for easier entry and exit.

The launch of these three models demonstrates Volvo CE’s ongoing commitment to compact equipment, with six new models launched in the past year and more than 50% of the lineup being updated within the past two years, including battery-electric compact excavators and wheel loaders.

Source: Volvo CE