Wacker Neuson ET145 equipment comparison
Compare Wacker Neuson ET145 specifications with competing equipment. Published values and source documents from Shield Equipment, Parry Sound, Ontario.
Wacker Neuson ET145 compared with Caterpillar 312
These machines have notable differences in key specifications — review the full table before deciding.
Engine
| Specification | ET145 | 312 |
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| Engine Model | Perkins 854F-E34T | Not published |
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| Engine Power | 55 kW | ~70 kW |
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| Power | 55 kW (74 hp) | Not published |
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| Emissions | EPA / CARB Tier 4 Final | Not published |
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Transport & Access
| Specification | ET145 | 312 |
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| Tail Configuration | Zero-tail swing | Not published |
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| Min Width (Retracted) | 2,489 mm | Not published |
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| Width (Expanded) | 2,489 mm | Not published |
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| Overall Height | 2,789 mm | Not published |
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| Transport Length | 7,719 mm | Not published |
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Working Range
| Specification | ET145 | 312 |
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| Digging Radius | ~8,200 mm | ~7,500 mm |
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| Dump Height | ~5,600 mm | ~5,000 mm |
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Digging Performance
| Specification | ET145 | 312 |
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| Bucket Dig Force | ~108 kN | ~82 kN |
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| Arm Dig Force | ~68 kN | ~52 kN |
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Mobility
| Specification | ET145 | 312 |
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| Ground Pressure | 49 kPa | Not published |
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| Travel Speed (max) | ~6.5 km/h | ~5.5 km/h |
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Hydraulics
| Specification | ET145 | 312 |
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| Pump Capacity | 292 L/min | Not published |
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| Working Hydraulic Pressure | 345 bar | ~280 bar |
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Dimensions & Weight
| Specification | ET145 | 312 |
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| Operating Weight | 15,551 – 17,275 kg | ~12,700 kg |
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Performance
| Specification | ET145 | 312 |
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| Max Dig Depth | 5,442 mm | 5,250 mm |
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| Bucket Dig Force | ~108 kN | Not published |
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| Arm Dig Force | ~68 kN | Not published |
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| Swing Speed | ~6.5 rpm | Not published |
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| Gradeability | 30° (57%) | Not published |
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| Travel Speed Lo / Hi | ~3.0 / 6.5 km/h | Not published |
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Reach & Depth
| Specification | ET145 | 312 |
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| Max Dig Depth | 5,442 mm (17 ft 10 in) | Not published |
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| Max Reach | ~8,200 mm (~26 ft 11 in) | Not published |
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| Ground Clearance | ~380 mm | Not published |
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| Max Dump Height | ~5,600 mm (~18 ft 4 in) | Not published |
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Undercarriage
| Specification | ET145 | 312 |
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| Track Gauge | ~2,400 – 2,800 mm | Not published |
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| Shoe Width | 500 – 700 mm (rubber / steel / hybrid) | Not published |
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Hydraulics & Controls
| Specification | ET145 | 312 |
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| System Pressure | 345 bar (5,003 psi) | Not published |
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| Main Pumps | 2× variable displacement piston | Not published |
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| Controls | ISO / SAE pattern — switchable | Not published |
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Sources
- 2026 CAD Compact Equipment PLOG (Effective April 1, 2026) REV1 Wacker Neuson 2026
- Legacy shieldequipment.ca website content Shield Equipment Ltd 2026
Missing figures are marked “Not published”; they are not estimates.