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John Deere 210 P-Tier vs Volvo EC220E (EC220EL)
Published specs and dimensions of two mid excavators side by side. Every value comes from the manufacturer document cited on each model page; ≈ marks a unit conversion.
Key differences
The John Deere 210 P-Tier is 4,012 lb (1,820 kg) heavier, 8 in (200 mm) wider, 2 in (55 mm) taller and 1 in (30 mm) shorter than the Volvo EC220E (EC220EL).
- Net power: 119 kW / 160 hp (John Deere 210 P-Tier) vs 128 kW / 172 hp (Volvo EC220E (EC220EL)); Volvo EC220E (EC220EL) is higher.
- Track length (overall): 4,470 mm / 14 ft 8 in (John Deere 210 P-Tier) vs 4,460 mm / 14 ft 8 in (Volvo EC220E (EC220EL)); John Deere 210 P-Tier is higher.
- Shoe / track width: 800 mm / 31.5 in (John Deere 210 P-Tier) vs 600 mm / 23.6 in (Volvo EC220E (EC220EL)); John Deere 210 P-Tier is higher.
- Ground clearance: 450 mm / 17.7 in (John Deere 210 P-Tier) vs 460 mm / 18.1 in (Volvo EC220E (EC220EL)); Volvo EC220E (EC220EL) is higher.
- Tail swing radius: 2,890 mm / 9 ft 6 in (John Deere 210 P-Tier) vs 2,850 mm / 9 ft 4 in (Volvo EC220E (EC220EL)); John Deere 210 P-Tier is higher.
- Ground pressure: 34.4 kPa / 4.99 psi (John Deere 210 P-Tier) vs 45.1 kPa / 6.54 psi (Volvo EC220E (EC220EL)); Volvo EC220E (EC220EL) is higher.
Computed from the published figures for each model's stated configuration (listed below the table). Options such as boom, bucket, tracks or tires change these numbers.
John Deere 210 P-Tier specs Volvo EC220E (EC220EL) specs Open in interactive compare Trailer fit: John Deere 210 P-Tier Trailer fit: Volvo EC220E (EC220EL)
Side-by-side specs
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| Spec | John Deere 210 P-Tier | Volvo EC220E (EC220EL) |
|---|---|---|
| Weights | ||
| Operating weight | 23,560 kg | 21,740 kg |
| Dimensions | ||
| Overall length | ≈ 9,660 mm | 9,690 mm |
| Overall width | ≈ 3,190 mm | 2,990 mm |
| Overall height | ≈ 3,010 mm | 2,955 mm |
| Track gauge / tread | ≈ 2,390 mm | 2,390 mm |
| Track length on ground | ≈ 3,660 mm | 3,660 mm |
| Track length (overall) | ≈ 4,470 mm | 4,460 mm |
| Shoe / track width | 800 mm | 600 mm |
| Ground clearance | 450 mm | 460 mm |
| Tail swing radius | ≈ 2,890 mm | 2,850 mm |
| Undercarriage / tires | ||
| Undercarriage type | Crawler (steel tracks), LC | Crawler (steel tracks) |
| Track rollers / shoes per side | 8 track rollers, 2 carrier rollers, 49 shoes per side | 8 bottom rollers, 2 top rollers, 49 shoes per side |
| Ground pressure | ||
| Ground pressure | 34.4 kPa | 45.1 kPa |
| Engine | ||
| Engine model | John Deere PowerTech PVS 6.8L 6068HT106 | Volvo D6J |
| Net power | 119 kW | 128 kW |
| Gross power | Not captured | 129 kW |
| Displacement | 6.8 L | 5.7 L |
| Rated speed | 2,000 rpm | Not captured |
| Hydraulics | ||
| Pump / aux flow | 424 L/min | 414 L/min |
| System / relief pressure | ≈ 34.3 MPa | 34.3 MPa |
| Performance | ||
| Max digging depth | ≈ 6,670 mm | 6,730 mm |
| Max reach (at ground) | ≈ 9,750 mm | 9,770 mm |
| Dump height / clearance | ≈ 7,180 mm | 6,650 mm |
| Breakout / digging force | 158 kN | 141 kN |
| Max travel speed | 5.5 km/h | 5.7 km/h |
Configurations.
John Deere 210 P-Tier: Standard counterweight (4250 kg) and boom, 2.91 m arm, 0.91 m³ 1065 mm GP bucket, 800 mm triple semi-grouser shoes, LC undercarriage; EPA Final Tier 4.
Volvo EC220E (EC220EL): 5.7 m mono boom, 2.9 m arm, 0.92 m³ bucket, 4,200 kg counterweight, 600 mm triple-grouser shoes; North America Tier 4 Final