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Groundhog GP 500 D vs Wacker Neuson EZ26

The Groundhog GP 500 D is 80cm (2.5ft) longer.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Groundhog GP 500 D
Groundhog GP 500 D - image: Groundhog
Wacker Neuson EZ26
Wacker Neuson EZ26 - image: wackerneuson.co.uk

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Groundhog GP 500 DWacker Neuson EZ26
Length5000 mm4,199 mm
Seating12-14 people-
Generator6 kVA-
Unladen weight2,300 kg-
Possible gross weight3,000 kg-
Breakout force-22.6 kN
Operating weight-2,455 to 3,358 kg
Dig depth-2,803 mm
Width-1,550 mm
Height-2,412 mm
Engine power-14.6 kW

Sources: Groundhog GP 500 D, Wacker Neuson EZ26. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the GP 500 D if...

  • you want one that is 80cm (2.5ft) longer

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 EZ26 if...

A step up for bigger footings, groundworks and landscaping. At 2.5 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 2,803 mm. 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.

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Full EZ26 specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Groundhog GP 500 D and the Wacker Neuson EZ26?

The Groundhog GP 500 D is 80cm (2.5ft) longer. The Groundhog GP 500 D is a twin-axle mobile welfare unit for 12 to 14 people; the Wacker Neuson EZ26 is a 2.5 to 3 tonne class mini excavator, zero tail swing.

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