Head to head
Volvo A30G vs Wacker Neuson ET18
The Volvo A30G is a articulated dump truck. The Wacker Neuson ET18 is a 1.5 tonne class mini excavator.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Volvo A30G | Wacker Neuson ET18 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | approx. 52,029lb (23.6 tonnes) | 1,725 to 2,405 kg |
| Transport dimensions | 33ft 9in x 9ft 8in x 11ft 1in | - |
| Breakout force | - | 18.8 kN |
| Length | - | 3,854 mm |
| Dig depth | - | 2,402 mm |
| Width | - | 990 mm |
| Height | - | 2,289 mm |
| Engine power | - | 13.8 kW |
Sources: Volvo A30G, Wacker Neuson ET18. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the A30G if...
A mid-size articulated hauler for moving spoil and aggregate over rough or soft haul roads. Quarry and large groundworks contractors hire it for higher-volume material movement than a rigid dumper allows.
Listed by
- Daly Plant Hire Ltd - Tadworth, Kingswood
Buy or hire the ET18 if...
The 1.5 tonne class is the busiest size in UK hire fleets. At 1,725kg it digs to 2,402 mm for footings, drainage runs and fence posts.
Listed by
- GEM Plant Sales Limited - Ashford, Sevington, Willesborough
Common questions
What is the difference between the Volvo A30G and the Wacker Neuson ET18?
The Volvo A30G is a articulated dump truck; the Wacker Neuson ET18 is a 1.5 tonne class mini excavator.
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