Head to head
Bobcat D30 vs Wacker Neuson ET18
The Bobcat D30 is a diesel counterbalance forklift. The Wacker Neuson ET18 is a 1.5 tonne class mini excavator.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Bobcat D30 | Wacker Neuson ET18 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 4,510kg | 1,725 to 2,405 kg |
| Load capacity | 3,000kg | - |
| Lift height | 2,030-7,810mm (mast dependent) | - |
| Engine | Stage V diesel, 2,434cc, 45.6kW | - |
| Travel speed | 20km/h | - |
| Breakout force | - | 18.8 kN |
| Length | - | 3,854 mm |
| Dig depth | - | 2,402 mm |
| Width | - | 990 mm |
| Height | - | 2,289 mm |
| Engine power | - | 13.8 kW |
Sources: Bobcat D30, Wacker Neuson ET18. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the D30 if...
A 3-tonne diesel forklift used on building sites and in yards for shifting pallets and building materials. It is bought and hired mainly for outdoor work where a diesel engine and rough-terrain tyres suit it better than an electric truck.
Listed by
- AJ & MJ - Portsmouth, Drayton
Buy or hire the ET18 if...
The 1.5 tonne class is the busiest size in UK hire fleets. At 1,725kg it digs to 2,402 mm for footings, drainage runs and fence posts.
Listed by
- GEM Plant Sales Limited - Ashford, Sevington, Willesborough
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bobcat D30 and the Wacker Neuson ET18?
The Bobcat D30 is a diesel counterbalance forklift; the Wacker Neuson ET18 is a 1.5 tonne class mini excavator.
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