Head to head
Bobcat E19 vs Wacker Neuson ET145
The Wacker Neuson ET145 is the bigger machine by 13,646kg and has 45kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Key differences
- Operating weight: the Wacker Neuson ET145 is the bigger machine by 13,646kg.
- Engine power: the Wacker Neuson ET145 has 45kW more power.
- Dig depth: the Wacker Neuson ET145 digs 3.08m (10ft) deeper.
Specifications side by side
| Bobcat E19 | Wacker Neuson ET145 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1905kg | 15,551 to 17,275 kg |
| Dig depth | 2364mm | 5,442 mm |
| Engine power | 10.1kW | 55 kW |
| Breakout force | 12.63kN | 91 kN |
| Length | - | 7,788 mm |
| Width | - | 2,490 mm |
| Height | - | 2,786 mm |
Sources: Bobcat E19, Wacker Neuson ET145. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the E19 if...
The 1.5 tonne class is the busiest size in UK hire fleets. At 1,905kg it goes on a braked plant trailer behind a large 4x4 or pickup, and digs to 2364mm for footings, drainage runs and fence posts.
Full E19 specifications →Buy or hire the ET145 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 13,646kg
- you want one that has 45kW more power
- you want one that digs 3.08m (10ft) deeper
A full-size excavator for civil engineering, bulk earthmoving and demolition. At 15.6 tonnes it moves on a low-loader and is often hired with an operator. It digs to 5,442 mm.
Full ET145 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Bobcat E19 and the Wacker Neuson ET145?
The Wacker Neuson ET145 is the bigger machine by 13,646kg and has 45kW more power. The Bobcat E19 is a 1.5 tonne class mini excavator; the Wacker Neuson ET145 is a full-size tracked excavator.
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