Wacker Neuson ET42 equipment comparison
Compare Wacker Neuson ET42 specifications with competing equipment. Published values and source documents from Shield Equipment, Parry Sound, Ontario.
Wacker Neuson ET42 compared with Kubota KX040-4
These machines have notable differences in key specifications — review the full table before deciding.
Engine
| Specification | ET42 | KX040-4 |
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| Engine Model | Perkins 403J-E17T | Not published |
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| Engine Power | 32.5 kW | 18.3 kW |
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| Engine | Kubota V1505 | Not published |
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| Power | 32.5 kW (44 hp) | Not published |
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| Emissions | EPA / CARB Tier 4 Final | Not published |
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Transport & Access
| Specification | ET42 | KX040-4 |
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| Tail Configuration | Conventional tail swing | Conventional tail swing |
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| Min Width (Retracted) | 1,750 mm | Not published |
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| Width (Expanded) | 1,750 mm | Not published |
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| Overall Height | 2,494 mm | Not published |
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| Transport Length | 5,146 mm | Not published |
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Working Range
| Specification | ET42 | KX040-4 |
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| Digging Radius | 5,670 mm | ~5,260 mm |
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| Dump Height | 3,880 mm | ~3,490 mm |
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Digging Performance
| Specification | ET42 | KX040-4 |
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| Bucket Dig Force | 44.1 kN | ~33.8 kN |
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| Arm Dig Force | 26 kN | ~18.6 kN |
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Mobility
| Specification | ET42 | KX040-4 |
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| Ground Pressure | 29.6 kPa | Not published |
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| Travel Speed (max) | 5.4 km/h | ~5.4 km/h |
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Hydraulics
| Specification | ET42 | KX040-4 |
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| Pump Capacity | ~60 L/min | ~45 L/min |
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| Working Hydraulic Pressure | 245 bar | ~220 bar |
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Dimensions & Weight
| Specification | ET42 | KX040-4 |
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| Operating Weight | 4,032 – 5,206 kg | ~3,650 kg |
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Performance
| Specification | ET42 | KX040-4 |
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| Max Dig Depth | 3,544 mm | 3,410 mm |
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| Bucket Dig Force | 44.1 kN | Not published |
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| Arm Dig Force | 26.0 kN | Not published |
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| Swing Speed | ~8.5 rpm | Not published |
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| Gradeability | 30° (57%) | Not published |
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| Travel Speed Lo / Hi | 2.8 / 5.4 km/h | Not published |
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Reach & Depth
| Specification | ET42 | KX040-4 |
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| Max Dig Depth | 3,544 mm (11 ft 8 in) | Not published |
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| Max Reach | 5,670 mm (18 ft 7 in) | Not published |
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| Ground Clearance | 280 mm (11.0 in) | Not published |
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| Max Dump Height | 3,880 mm (12 ft 9 in) | Not published |
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Undercarriage
| Specification | ET42 | KX040-4 |
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| Track Gauge | 1,500 – 1,890 mm (retractable) | Not published |
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| Shoe Width | 300 mm std (400 mm wide option) | Not published |
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Hydraulics & Controls
| Specification | ET42 | KX040-4 |
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| System Pressure | 245 bar (3,553 psi) | Not published |
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| Main Pumps | 2× variable displacement piston | Not published |
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| Aux Flow | ~60 L/min | 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
- Competitor Specification Data — Manufacturer Spec Sheets (2024–2025) Various manufacturers 2025
Missing figures are marked “Not published”; they are not estimates.