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Bobcat D30 vs Wacker Neuson ET24

The Bobcat D30 is a diesel counterbalance forklift. The Wacker Neuson ET24 is a 2.5 to 3 tonne class mini excavator.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

D30
Bobcat D30
Wacker Neuson ET24
Wacker Neuson ET24 - image: wackerneuson.co.uk

Specifications side by side

Bobcat D30Wacker Neuson ET24
Operating weight4,510kg2,200 to 2,746 kg
Load capacity3,000kg-
Lift height2,030-7,810mm (mast dependent)-
EngineStage V diesel, 2,434cc, 45.6kW-
Travel speed20km/h-
Breakout force-21.8 kN
Length-4,022 mm
Dig depth-2,602 mm
Width-1,400 mm
Height-2,392 mm
Engine power-13.8 kW

Sources: Bobcat D30, Wacker Neuson ET24. 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.

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Buy or hire the ET24 if...

A step up for bigger footings, groundworks and landscaping. At 2.2 tonnes it needs a 3.5 tonne plant trailer and a tow vehicle rated for the combined weight, or delivery on a lorry. Maximum dig depth is 2,602 mm.

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Full ET24 specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Bobcat D30 and the Wacker Neuson ET24?

The Bobcat D30 is a diesel counterbalance forklift; the Wacker Neuson ET24 is a 2.5 to 3 tonne class mini excavator.

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