Wacker Neuson ET65 equipment comparison
Compare Wacker Neuson ET65 specifications with competing equipment. Published values and source documents from Shield Equipment, Parry Sound, Ontario.
Wacker Neuson ET65 compared with Caterpillar 306E2
These machines are broadly comparable, with meaningful differences in a few areas.
Engine
| Specification | ET65 | 306E2 |
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| Engine Model | Perkins 404J-E22T | Not published |
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| Engine Power | 42 kW | 38.4 kW |
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| Power | 42 kW (56 hp) | Not published |
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| Emissions | EPA / CARB Tier 4 Final | Not published |
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Transport & Access
| Specification | ET65 | 306E2 |
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| Tail Configuration | Conventional tail swing | Not published |
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| Min Width (Retracted) | 1,951 mm | Not published |
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| Width (Expanded) | 1,951 mm | Not published |
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| Overall Height | 2,479 mm | Not published |
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| Transport Length | 6,129 mm | Not published |
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Working Range
| Specification | ET65 | 306E2 |
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| Digging Radius | ~6,100 mm | ~5,800 mm |
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| Dump Height | ~4,300 mm | ~4,000 mm |
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Digging Performance
| Specification | ET65 | 306E2 |
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| Bucket Dig Force | ~55 kN | ~49 kN |
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| Arm Dig Force | ~34 kN | ~29 kN |
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Mobility
| Specification | ET65 | 306E2 |
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| Ground Pressure | 34.5 kPa | Not published |
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| Travel Speed (max) | ~5.5 km/h | ~5.4 km/h |
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Hydraulics
| Specification | ET65 | 306E2 |
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| Pump Capacity | ~65 L/min | ~55 L/min |
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| Working Hydraulic Pressure | 250 bar | ~241 bar |
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Dimensions & Weight
| Specification | ET65 | 306E2 |
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| Operating Weight | 6,078 – 7,358 kg | ~6,290 kg |
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Performance
| Specification | ET65 | 306E2 |
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| Max Dig Depth | 4,184 mm | 3,990 mm |
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| Bucket Dig Force | ~55 kN | Not published |
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| Arm Dig Force | ~34 kN | Not published |
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| Swing Speed | ~8.0 rpm | Not published |
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| Gradeability | 30° (57%) | Not published |
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| Travel Speed Lo / Hi | ~3.0 / 5.5 km/h | Not published |
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Reach & Depth
| Specification | ET65 | 306E2 |
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| Max Dig Depth | 4,184 mm (13 ft 9 in) | Not published |
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| Max Reach | ~6,100 mm (~20 ft 0 in) | Not published |
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| Ground Clearance | ~290 mm | Not published |
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| Max Dump Height | ~4,300 mm (~14 ft 1 in) | Not published |
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Undercarriage
| Specification | ET65 | 306E2 |
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| Track Gauge | ~1,800 – 2,200 mm | Not published |
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| Shoe Width | 400 – 600 mm (rubber / steel / hybrid) | Not published |
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Hydraulics & Controls
| Specification | ET65 | 306E2 |
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| System Pressure | 250 bar (3,626 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
- Competitor Specification Data — Manufacturer Spec Sheets (2024–2025) Various manufacturers 2025
Missing figures are marked “Not published”; they are not estimates.