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Groundhog GP 500 D vs Wacker Neuson EZ80

The Wacker Neuson EZ80 is 1.94m (6.5ft) longer.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Groundhog GP 500 D
Groundhog GP 500 D - image: Groundhog
Wacker Neuson EZ80
Wacker Neuson EZ80 - image: wackerneuson.co.uk

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Groundhog GP 500 DWacker Neuson EZ80
Length5000 mm6,939 mm
Seating12-14 people-
Generator6 kVA-
Unladen weight2,300 kg-
Possible gross weight3,000 kg-
Breakout force-68 kN
Operating weight-7,918 to 9,544 kg
Dig depth-4,169 mm
Width-2,250 mm
Height-2,562 mm
Engine power-42 kW

Sources: Groundhog GP 500 D, Wacker Neuson EZ80. 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 EZ80 if...

  • you want one that is 1.94m (6.5ft) longer

A 6 to 10 tonne machine for site clearance, drainage and bulk digging, often run with a dumper alongside. At 7.9 tonnes it moves on a lorry or low-loader. Dig depth is 4,169 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 EZ80 specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Groundhog GP 500 D and the Wacker Neuson EZ80?

The Wacker Neuson EZ80 is 1.94m (6.5ft) longer. The Groundhog GP 500 D is a twin-axle mobile welfare unit for 12 to 14 people; the Wacker Neuson EZ80 is a tracked excavator, zero tail swing, 6 to 10 tonnes.

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