Head to head
Groundhog GP 500 D vs Wacker Neuson EZ17e
The Groundhog GP 500 D is a twin-axle mobile welfare unit for 12 to 14 people. The Wacker Neuson EZ17e is a 1.5 tonne class mini excavator, zero tail swing.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Groundhog GP 500 D | Wacker Neuson EZ17e | |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5000 mm | 3,554 to 3,584 mm |
| Seating | 12-14 people | - |
| Generator | 6 kVA | - |
| Unladen weight | 2,300 kg | - |
| Possible gross weight | 3,000 kg | - |
| Breakout force | - | 14.8 kN |
| Operating weight | - | 1,797 to 2,151 kg |
| Dig depth | - | 2,323 mm |
| Width | - | 990 to 1,300 mm |
| Height | - | 2,365 mm |
Sources: Groundhog GP 500 D, Wacker Neuson EZ17e. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the GP 500 D if...
Larger towable welfare unit for bigger site teams and rental fleets. Canteen, toilet and generator in one unit that can be positioned on site by one person.
Full GP 500 D specifications →Buy or hire the EZ17e if...
The 1.5 tonne class is the busiest size in UK hire fleets. At 1,797kg it digs to 2,323 mm for footings, drainage runs and fence posts. Zero tail swing means the back of the machine stays inside the tracks when it slews, so it can work tight against a wall or in one lane of a road.
Listed by
- GEM Plant Sales Limited - Ashford, Sevington, Willesborough
Common questions
What is the difference between the Groundhog GP 500 D and the Wacker Neuson EZ17e?
The Groundhog GP 500 D is a twin-axle mobile welfare unit for 12 to 14 people; the Wacker Neuson EZ17e is a 1.5 tonne class mini excavator, zero tail swing.
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