Head to head
Merlo P27.6 PLUS vs Wacker Neuson ET145
The Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 499kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 499kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Merlo P27.6 PLUS | Wacker Neuson ET145 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 4850 kg | 15,551 to 17,275 kg |
| Engine power | 55,4 kW at 2,200 rpm | 55 kW |
| Load capacity | 2700 kg | - |
| Lifting height | 5.9 m | - |
| Breakout force | - | 91 kN |
| Length | - | 7,788 mm |
| Dig depth | - | 5,442 mm |
| Width | - | 2,490 mm |
| Height | - | 2,786 mm |
Sources: Merlo P27.6 PLUS, Wacker Neuson ET145. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the P27.6 PLUS if...
- you want one that has 499kW more power
A compact telehandler for building sites, farms, estates and landscaping where space is tight but 2.7 tonne lifts to about 6 metres are needed.
Full P27.6 PLUS 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 Merlo P27.6 PLUS and the Wacker Neuson ET145?
The Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 499kW more power. The Merlo P27.6 PLUS is a compact 2.7 tonne telehandler; the Wacker Neuson ET145 is a full-size tracked excavator.
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