Wacker Neuson ST45 equipment comparison
Compare Wacker Neuson ST45 specifications with competing equipment. Published values and source documents from Shield Equipment, Parry Sound, Ontario.
Wacker Neuson ST45 compared with Caterpillar 259D3
These machines share a similar work class but differ significantly in some specifications.
Engine
| Specification | ST45 | 259D3 |
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| Engine Power | 60.4 kW | 55.2 kW |
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| Power | 60.4 kW (81 hp) | Not published |
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| Fuel | Diesel | Not published |
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| Emissions | Tier 4 Final | Not published |
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Loader Performance
| Specification | ST45 | 259D3 |
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| Rated Op. Capacity (50%) | 2,040 kg | 1,633 kg |
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| Tipping Load (50% tip) | 4,080 kg | 3,266 kg |
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| Max Lift Height | 3,251 mm | 3,180 mm |
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| Breakout Force | ~70 kN | ~60 kN |
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| Rated Op. Capacity (50%) | 2,040 kg (4,497 lb) | Not published |
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| Tipping Load | 4,080 kg (8,994 lb) | Not published |
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| Max Lift Height | 3,251 mm (10 ft 8 in) | Not published |
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| Breakout Force | ~70 kN | Not published |
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| Lift Path | Vertical | Not published |
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Drive & Hydraulics
| Specification | ST45 | 259D3 |
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| Travel Speed (max) | ~11 km/h | ~11.9 km/h |
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| Std Aux Flow | ~110 L/min | ~91 L/min |
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| Hi-Flow Aux | ~150 L/min | ~136 L/min |
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| Hydraulic Pressure | ~275 bar | ~241 bar |
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| Track Width | ~510 mm | ~460 mm |
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| Machine Width | 1,981 mm | Not published |
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| Travel Speed | ~11 km/h | Not published |
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| Gradeability | ~30° | Not published |
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| Std Aux Flow | ~110 L/min | Not published |
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| Hi-Flow Aux | ~150 L/min (optional) | Not published |
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| Hydraulic Pressure | ~275 bar | Not published |
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| Track Width | ~508 mm | Not published |
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Dimensions & Weight
| Specification | ST45 | 259D3 |
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| Operating Weight | 4,627 kg | ~4,720 kg |
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Sources
- Legacy shieldequipment.ca website content Shield Equipment Ltd 2026
- 2026 CAD Compact Equipment PLOG (Effective April 1, 2026) REV1 Wacker Neuson 2026
- Competitor Specification Data — Manufacturer Spec Sheets (2024–2025) Various manufacturers 2025
Missing figures are marked “Not published”; they are not estimates.