Head to head
Groundhog SW 6100 D vs Wacker Neuson ET42
The Groundhog SW 6100 D is 51cm (1.5ft) longer.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Length: the Groundhog SW 6100 D is 51cm (1.5ft) longer.
Specifications side by side
| Groundhog SW 6100 D | Wacker Neuson ET42 | |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 6100 mm | 5,594 mm |
| Seating | 8 people | - |
| Generator | 9.8 kVA | - |
| Unladen weight | 4,000 kg | - |
| Fuel tank | 300 Litres | - |
| Breakout force | - | 43.8 kN |
| Operating weight | - | 4,032 to 5,206 kg |
| Dig depth | - | 3,544 mm |
| Width | - | 1,750 mm |
| Height | - | 2,608 mm |
| Engine power | - | 32.5 kW |
Sources: Groundhog SW 6100 D, Wacker Neuson ET42. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the SW 6100 D if...
- you want one that is 51cm (1.5ft) longer
Lift-on static welfare unit for construction, rail and highways contractors. Includes drying area, toilet and generator. The figures below are from the maker's own page.
Full SW 6100 D specifications →Buy or hire the ET42 if...
A midi excavator for groundworks, utilities and landscaping contractors. At 4.0 tonnes it arrives on a lorry rather than behind a car. It digs to 3,544 mm.
Listed by
- GEM Plant Sales Limited - Ashford, Sevington, Willesborough
Common questions
What is the difference between the Groundhog SW 6100 D and the Wacker Neuson ET42?
The Groundhog SW 6100 D is 51cm (1.5ft) longer. The Groundhog SW 6100 D is a static anti-vandal welfare unit for eight people; the Wacker Neuson ET42 is a midi excavator, 3 to 6 tonnes.
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