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Wacker Neuson ET145 vs Wacker Neuson ET16

The Wacker Neuson ET145 is the bigger machine by 14,022kg and has 41kW more power.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Wacker Neuson ET145
Wacker Neuson ET145 - image: wackerneuson.co.uk
Wacker Neuson ET16
Wacker Neuson ET16 - image: wackerneuson.co.uk

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Wacker Neuson ET145Wacker Neuson ET16
Breakout force91 kN15.3 kN
Length7,788 mm3,644 mm
Operating weight15,551 to 17,275 kg1,529 to 1,842 kg
Dig depth5,442 mm2,413 mm
Width2,490 mm990 mm
Height2,786 mm2,285 mm
Engine power55 kW13.8 kW

Sources: Wacker Neuson ET145, Wacker Neuson ET16. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the ET145 if...

  • you want one that is the bigger machine by 14,022kg
  • you want one that has 41kW more power
  • you want one that is 1.5m (5ft) wider
  • you want one that digs 3.03m (10ft) deeper
  • you want one that is 4.14m (13.5ft) longer
  • you want one that is 50cm (1.5ft) taller

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.

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Buy or hire the ET16 if...

The 1.5 tonne class is the busiest size in UK hire fleets. At 1,529kg it goes on a braked plant trailer behind a large 4x4 or pickup, and digs to 2,413 mm for footings, drainage runs and fence posts.

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Full ET16 specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Wacker Neuson ET145 and the Wacker Neuson ET16?

The Wacker Neuson ET145 is the bigger machine by 14,022kg and has 41kW more power. The Wacker Neuson ET145 is a full-size tracked excavator; the Wacker Neuson ET16 is a 1.5 tonne class mini excavator.

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