Head to head
Hitachi ZX170W-6 vs Wacker Neuson ET145
The Hitachi ZX170W-6 digs 39cm (1.5ft) deeper.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Dig depth: the Hitachi ZX170W-6 digs 39cm (1.5ft) deeper.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX170W-6 | Wacker Neuson ET145 | |
|---|---|---|
| Dig depth | up to 5,830mm (5,720mm with 2-piece boom, 2.50m arm) | 5,442 mm |
| Breakout force | - | 91 kN |
| Length | - | 7,788 mm |
| Operating weight | - | 15,551 to 17,275 kg |
| Width | - | 2,490 mm |
| Height | - | 2,786 mm |
| Engine power | - | 55 kW |
Sources: Hitachi ZX170W-6, Wacker Neuson ET145. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the ZX170W-6 if...
- you want one that digs 39cm (1.5ft) deeper
A larger wheeled digger for contractors handling bigger drainage, sewer and groundworks packages who still need to drive between sites on the public road. The extra size over the 145W gives more reach and breakout force.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Buy or hire the ET145 if...
A full-size excavator for civil engineering, bulk earthmoving and demolition. At 15.6 tonnes it moves on a low-loader and is often hired with an operator. It digs to 5,442 mm.
Listed by
- GEM Plant Sales Limited - Ashford, Sevington, Willesborough
Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX170W-6 and the Wacker Neuson ET145?
The Hitachi ZX170W-6 digs 39cm (1.5ft) deeper. The Hitachi ZX170W-6 is a 17 tonne wheeled excavator; the Wacker Neuson ET145 is a full-size tracked excavator.
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