Head to head
John Deere 6170R vs Wacker Neuson ET08
The John Deere 6170R has 115kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the John Deere 6170R has 115kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| John Deere 6170R | Wacker Neuson ET08 | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 125kW (170hp) | 9.9 kW |
| Breakout force | - | 8.9 kN |
| Length | - | 2,850 mm |
| Operating weight | - | 1,029 to 1,115 kg |
| Dig depth | - | 1,766 mm |
| Width | - | 700 mm |
| Height | - | 2,261 mm |
Sources: John Deere 6170R, Wacker Neuson ET08. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 6170R if...
- you want one that has 115kW more power
A mid-size utility tractor used on plant-hire fleets for towing plant trailers, running PTO-driven attachments and general groundwork traction where a dedicated construction tractor unit isn't justified. Suits contractors who need towing capacity rather than pure horsepower.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Buy or hire the ET08 if...
A micro digger. At 1,029kg it is the machine people hire for back gardens, small drainage runs and work inside buildings. At 700 mm wide it goes through a standard side gate. It digs to 1,766 mm.
Listed by
- GEM Plant Sales Limited - Ashford, Sevington, Willesborough
Common questions
What is the difference between the John Deere 6170R and the Wacker Neuson ET08?
The John Deere 6170R has 115kW more power. The John Deere 6170R is a 170hp agricultural tractor; the Wacker Neuson ET08 is a micro excavator, under 1.3 tonnes.
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