Wacker Neuson EW100 equipment comparison
Compare Wacker Neuson EW100 specifications with competing equipment. Published values and source documents from Shield Equipment, Parry Sound, Ontario.
Wacker Neuson EW100 compared with Caterpillar 308CR
These machines have notable differences in key specifications — review the full table before deciding.
Engine
| Specification | EW100 | 308CR |
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| Engine Model | Perkins 904J-E28TA or 904J-E36TA | Not published |
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| Engine Power | 55.4 kW | 42.5 kW |
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| Standard Power | 55.4 kW (74 hp) | Not published |
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| HP Edition | 101 kW (136 hp) | Not published |
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| Emissions | EPA / CARB Tier 4 Final | Not published |
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Transport & Access
| Specification | EW100 | 308CR |
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| Tail Configuration | Conventional tail swing | Not published |
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| Min Width (Retracted) | 2,451 mm | Not published |
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| Width (Expanded) | 2,451 mm | Not published |
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| Overall Height | 2,964 mm | Not published |
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| Transport Length | 6,708 mm | Not published |
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Working Range
| Specification | EW100 | 308CR |
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| Digging Radius | ~6,800 mm | ~6,300 mm |
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| Dump Height | ~4,800 mm | ~4,400 mm |
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Digging Performance
| Specification | EW100 | 308CR |
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| Bucket Dig Force | ~65 kN | ~60 kN |
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| Arm Dig Force | ~40 kN | ~35 kN |
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Mobility
| Specification | EW100 | 308CR |
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| Travel Speed (max) | 29.9 km/h | ~5.6 km/h |
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Hydraulics
| Specification | EW100 | 308CR |
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| Pump Capacity | 180 L/min | ~60 L/min |
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| Working Hydraulic Pressure | 280 bar | ~241 bar |
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Dimensions & Weight
| Specification | EW100 | 308CR |
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| Operating Weight | 10,480 – 12,390 kg | ~8,300 kg |
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Performance
| Specification | EW100 | 308CR |
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| Max Dig Depth | 5,000 mm | 4,400 mm |
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| Bucket Dig Force | ~65 kN | Not published |
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| Arm Dig Force | ~40 kN | Not published |
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| Road Travel Speed | 20 km/h (std) / 40 km/h (HP / Tool Carrier) | Not published |
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| Swing Speed | ~8.0 rpm | Not published |
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| Gradeability | ~30° | Not published |
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Reach & Depth
| Specification | EW100 | 308CR |
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| Max Dig Depth | 5,000 mm (16 ft 5 in) | Not published |
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| Max Reach | ~6,800 mm (~22 ft 4 in) | Not published |
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| Max Dump Height | ~4,800 mm (~15 ft 9 in) | Not published |
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Drive / Undercarriage
| Specification | EW100 | 308CR |
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| Drive | 4WD + outrigger stabilizers | Not published |
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| Boom Type | Triple boom (standard) | Not published |
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| MIC System | MIC 4.0 — Tool Carrier edition | Not published |
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Hydraulics & Controls
| Specification | EW100 | 308CR |
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| System Pressure | 280 bar (4,061 psi) | Not published |
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| Main Pumps | 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.