Head to head
Mecalac TA6 vs Wacker Neuson ET145
The Mecalac TA6 is a 6 tonne site dumper with straight or swivel skip. The Wacker Neuson ET145 is a full-size tracked excavator.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Mecalac TA6 | Wacker Neuson ET145 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 4145 kg (9138 lb) to 4345 kg (9579 lb) | 15,551 to 17,275 kg |
| Engine power | 55 kW (74hp) | 55 kW |
| Payload | 6000 kg | - |
| Travel speed | 25 km/h | - |
| Breakout force | - | 91 kN |
| Length | - | 7,788 mm |
| Dig depth | - | 5,442 mm |
| Width | - | 2,490 mm |
| Height | - | 2,786 mm |
Sources: Mecalac TA6, Wacker Neuson ET145. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the TA6 if...
A 6 tonne site dumper for groundworks, drainage and general site haulage on UK sites, with a choice of front or swivel skip. It has a foldable ROPS bar with side protection gates.
Full TA6 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 Mecalac TA6 and the Wacker Neuson ET145?
The Mecalac TA6 is a 6 tonne site dumper with straight or swivel skip; the Wacker Neuson ET145 is a full-size tracked excavator.
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