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Groundhog SWO 7600 D vs Wacker Neuson ET16

The Groundhog SWO 7600 D is 3.98m (13ft) longer.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Groundhog SWO 7600 D
Groundhog SWO 7600 D - image: Groundhog
Wacker Neuson ET16
Wacker Neuson ET16 - image: wackerneuson.co.uk

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Groundhog SWO 7600 DWacker Neuson ET16
Length7620 mm3,644 mm
Seating8+2 people-
Generator9.8 kVA-
Unladen weight4,300 kg-
Fuel tank300 Litres-
Breakout force-15.3 kN
Operating weight-1,529 to 1,842 kg
Dig depth-2,413 mm
Width-990 mm
Height-2,285 mm
Engine power-13.8 kW

Sources: Groundhog SWO 7600 D, Wacker Neuson ET16. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the SWO 7600 D if...

  • you want one that is 3.98m (13ft) longer

Static welfare and office combination for longer-running sites. Gives the crew a canteen and drying area and managers a separate office.

Full SWO 7600 D specifications →

Buy or hire the ET16 if...

The 1.5 tonne class is the busiest size in UK hire fleets. At 1,529kg it goes on a braked plant trailer behind a large 4x4 or pickup, and digs to 2,413 mm for footings, drainage runs and fence posts.

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Full ET16 specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Groundhog SWO 7600 D and the Wacker Neuson ET16?

The Groundhog SWO 7600 D is 3.98m (13ft) longer. The Groundhog SWO 7600 D is a static welfare unit with separate site office; the Wacker Neuson ET16 is a 1.5 tonne class mini excavator.

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