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Groundhog SWO 7600 D vs Wacker Neuson ET18

The Groundhog SWO 7600 D is 3.77m (12.5ft) longer.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Groundhog SWO 7600 D
Groundhog SWO 7600 D - image: Groundhog
Wacker Neuson ET18
Wacker Neuson ET18 - image: wackerneuson.co.uk

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Groundhog SWO 7600 DWacker Neuson ET18
Length7620 mm3,854 mm
Seating8+2 people-
Generator9.8 kVA-
Unladen weight4,300 kg-
Fuel tank300 Litres-
Breakout force-18.8 kN
Operating weight-1,725 to 2,405 kg
Dig depth-2,402 mm
Width-990 mm
Height-2,289 mm
Engine power-13.8 kW

Sources: Groundhog SWO 7600 D, Wacker Neuson ET18. 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 3.77m (12.5ft) 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 ET18 if...

The 1.5 tonne class is the busiest size in UK hire fleets. At 1,725kg it digs to 2,402 mm for footings, drainage runs and fence posts.

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Full ET18 specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Groundhog SWO 7600 D and the Wacker Neuson ET18?

The Groundhog SWO 7600 D is 3.77m (12.5ft) longer. The Groundhog SWO 7600 D is a static welfare unit with separate site office; the Wacker Neuson ET18 is a 1.5 tonne class mini excavator.

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