Head to head
Takeuchi TB250-2 vs Wacker Neuson ET145
The Takeuchi TB250-2 is a 5 tonne reduced tail swing mini excavator with cab and air conditioning. The Wacker Neuson ET145 is a full-size tracked excavator.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Specifications side by side
| Takeuchi TB250-2 | Wacker Neuson ET145 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 5120kg | 15,551 to 17,275 kg |
| Ground reach | 5985mm | - |
| Bucket breakout force | 37.2 kN | - |
| Arm digging force | 22.9 kN | - |
| Breakout force | - | 91 kN |
| Length | - | 7,788 mm |
| Dig depth | - | 5,442 mm |
| Width | - | 2,490 mm |
| Height | - | 2,786 mm |
| Engine power | - | 55 kW |
Sources: Takeuchi TB250-2, Wacker Neuson ET145. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the TB250-2 if...
A 5 tonne tracked excavator with a short tail swing, suited to groundworks, civils and utility work in tight sites. Plant hire firms and contractors use this size for trenching, drainage and foundation digging.
Full TB250-2 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 Takeuchi TB250-2 and the Wacker Neuson ET145?
The Takeuchi TB250-2 is a 5 tonne reduced tail swing mini excavator with cab and air conditioning; the Wacker Neuson ET145 is a full-size tracked excavator.
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