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Bobcat D30 vs Wacker Neuson ET25

The Bobcat D30 is a diesel counterbalance forklift. The Wacker Neuson ET25 is a 2.5 to 3 tonne class mini excavator.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

D30
Bobcat D30
Wacker Neuson ET25
Wacker Neuson ET25 - image: wackerneuson.co.uk

Specifications side by side

Bobcat D30Wacker Neuson ET25
Operating weight4,510kg2,355 to 2,720 kg
Load capacity3,000kg-
Lift height2,030-7,810mm (mast dependent)-
EngineStage V diesel, 2,434cc, 45.6kW-
Travel speed20km/h-
Breakout force-22.6 kN
Length-4,120 to 4,125 mm
Dig depth-2,722 mm
Width-1,120 to 1,500 mm
Height-2,398 mm
Engine power-14.6 kW

Sources: Bobcat D30, Wacker Neuson ET25. 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 ET25 if...

A step up for bigger footings, groundworks and landscaping. At 2.4 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 2,722 mm.

Full ET25 specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Bobcat D30 and the Wacker Neuson ET25?

The Bobcat D30 is a diesel counterbalance forklift; the Wacker Neuson ET25 is a 2.5 to 3 tonne class mini excavator.

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