Head to head
Merlo TF42.7 vs Wacker Neuson ET145
The Merlo TF42.7 has 804kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Merlo TF42.7 has 804kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Merlo TF42.7 | Wacker Neuson ET145 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 7800 kg | 15,551 to 17,275 kg |
| Engine power | 85,9 kW at 2,200 rpm | 55 kW |
| Load capacity | 4200 kg | - |
| Lifting height | 7 m | - |
| Breakout force | - | 91 kN |
| Length | - | 7,788 mm |
| Dig depth | - | 5,442 mm |
| Width | - | 2,490 mm |
| Height | - | 2,786 mm |
Sources: Merlo TF42.7, Wacker Neuson ET145. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the TF42.7 if...
- you want one that has 804kW more power
A medium-capacity telehandler for heavier lifting on construction, agricultural and industrial sites where a 4.2 tonne capacity is needed at moderate height.
Full TF42.7 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 TF42.7 and the Wacker Neuson ET145?
The Merlo TF42.7 has 804kW more power. The Merlo TF42.7 is a 4.2 tonne telehandler; the Wacker Neuson ET145 is a full-size tracked excavator.
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