Head to head
JCB 525-60 vs Wacker Neuson ET145
The JCB 525-60 is a 2.5 tonne, 6 m compact telehandler. The Wacker Neuson ET145 is a full-size tracked excavator.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| JCB 525-60 | Wacker Neuson ET145 | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 55 kW | 55 kW |
| Operating weight | 5490 kg | 15,551 to 17,275 kg |
| Max. Lift Capacity | 2500 kg | - |
| Max. Lift Height | 6 m | - |
| Max. Reach | 3.06 m | - |
| Breakout force | - | 91 kN |
| Length | - | 7,788 mm |
| Dig depth | - | 5,442 mm |
| Width | - | 2,490 mm |
| Height | - | 2,786 mm |
Sources: JCB 525-60, Wacker Neuson ET145. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 525-60 if...
A compact telehandler for builders, roofers and merchants lifting pallets and materials on housing and refurbishment sites, and for yard and farm loading. Its low height and narrow width suit restricted access.
Full 525-60 specifications →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 JCB 525-60 and the Wacker Neuson ET145?
The JCB 525-60 is a 2.5 tonne, 6 m compact telehandler; the Wacker Neuson ET145 is a full-size tracked excavator.
GetBrent is an independent directory and is not a dealer for, nor affiliated with, either manufacturer. Model and brand names are the trademarks of their owners.