Wacker Neuson ET90 equipment comparison
Compare Wacker Neuson ET90 specifications with competing equipment. Published values and source documents from Shield Equipment, Parry Sound, Ontario.
Wacker Neuson ET90 compared with Caterpillar 308E2
These machines have notable differences in key specifications — review the full table before deciding.
Engine
| Specification | ET90 | 308E2 |
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| Engine Model | Perkins 904J-E28T | Not published |
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| Engine Power | 55.4 kW | 42.5 kW |
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| Power | 55.4 kW (74 hp) | Not published |
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| Emissions | EPA / CARB Tier 4 Final | Not published |
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Transport & Access
| Specification | ET90 | 308E2 |
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| Tail Configuration | Conventional tail swing | Not published |
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| Min Width (Retracted) | 2,250 mm | Not published |
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| Width (Expanded) | 2,250 mm | Not published |
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| Overall Height | 2,563 mm | Not published |
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| Transport Length | 7,117 mm | Not published |
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Working Range
| Specification | ET90 | 308E2 |
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| Digging Radius | ~6,750 mm | ~6,100 mm |
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| Dump Height | ~4,700 mm | ~4,200 mm |
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Digging Performance
| Specification | ET90 | 308E2 |
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| Bucket Dig Force | ~75 kN | ~55 kN |
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| Arm Dig Force | ~48 kN | ~32 kN |
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Mobility
| Specification | ET90 | 308E2 |
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| Ground Pressure | 39.3 kPa | Not published |
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| Travel Speed (max) | ~5.5 km/h | ~10 km/h |
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Hydraulics
| Specification | ET90 | 308E2 |
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| Pump Capacity | ~80 L/min | Not published |
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| Working Hydraulic Pressure | 280 bar | ~241 bar |
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Dimensions & Weight
| Specification | ET90 | 308E2 |
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| Operating Weight | 8,710 – 10,506 kg | ~8,100 kg |
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Performance
| Specification | ET90 | 308E2 |
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| Max Dig Depth | 4,679 mm | 4,660 mm |
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| Bucket Dig Force | ~75 kN | Not published |
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| Arm Dig Force | ~48 kN | Not published |
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| Swing Speed | ~7.0 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 | ET90 | 308E2 |
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| Max Dig Depth | 4,679 mm (15 ft 4 in) | Not published |
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| Max Reach | ~6,750 mm (~22 ft 2 in) | Not published |
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| Ground Clearance | ~320 mm | Not published |
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| Max Dump Height | ~4,700 mm (~15 ft 5 in) | Not published |
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Undercarriage
| Specification | ET90 | 308E2 |
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| Track Gauge | ~2,000 – 2,400 mm | Not published |
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| Shoe Width | 450 – 600 mm (rubber / steel / hybrid) | Not published |
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Hydraulics & Controls
| Specification | ET90 | 308E2 |
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| System Pressure | 280 bar (4,061 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.