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Comacchio GEO 900 vs Wacker Neuson ET20

The Comacchio GEO 900 is a crawler-mounted multipurpose drilling rig. The Wacker Neuson ET20 is a 2.5 to 3 tonne class mini excavator.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

GEO 900
Comacchio GEO 900
Wacker Neuson ET20
Wacker Neuson ET20 - image: wackerneuson.co.uk

Specifications side by side

Comacchio GEO 900Wacker Neuson ET20
Engine power126-180kW (169-240hp)13.8 kW
Weight16-18 tonnes-
Torque range1,300-1,520 daNm-
Feed stroke4,000-7,000mm-
Breakout force-18.8 kN
Length-4,049 mm
Operating weight-2,005 to 2,526 kg
Dig depth-2,683 mm
Width-990 mm
Height-2,385 mm

Sources: Comacchio GEO 900, Wacker Neuson ET20. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the GEO 900 if...

A crawler-mounted rig for geotechnical investigation, water well and geothermal drilling, adaptable to several drilling methods on the same base machine. Ground investigation and specialist drilling contractors hire it rather than general groundworks firms.

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Buy or hire the ET20 if...

A step up for bigger footings, groundworks and landscaping. At 2.0 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 2,683 mm.

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Full ET20 specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Comacchio GEO 900 and the Wacker Neuson ET20?

The Comacchio GEO 900 is a crawler-mounted multipurpose drilling rig; the Wacker Neuson ET20 is a 2.5 to 3 tonne class mini excavator.

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