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Bobcat E26 vs Wacker Neuson ET65

The Wacker Neuson ET65 is about 158% heavier than the Bobcat E26 (6,718 vs 2,608 kg), which usually means more stability and lifting capacity but higher transport weight.

The Wacker Neuson ET65 has about 121% more engine power (42 kW (56 hp) vs 19 kW (25 hp)).

Beyond the numbers, compare local dealer support, parts availability and resale value for Bobcat and Wacker Neuson in your region: over the life of a machine they often matter more than small specification differences.

Bobcat E26
Bobcat Bobcat E26
Wacker Neuson ET65
Wacker Neuson Wacker Neuson ET65
Operating weight 2,608 kg (5,700 lb)6,718 kg (14,800 lb)
Engine power 19 kW (25 hp)42 kW (56 hp)
Engine power 18.5 kW (24.8 hp)≈42 kW (56 hp)
Max. dig depth 2.57–2.91 m (8 ft 5 in–9 ft 6 in), by arm and region4.18–4.19 m (13 ft 9 in)
Bucket breakout force 25.1 kN (5,652 lbf)—
Arm breakout force 15.8 kN (3,550 lbf)—
Tail swing Minimal tail swing — ≈89 mm (3.5 in) overhang—
Digging radius —≈6.9 m (22 ft 8 in)
Breakout force (max.) —50.7 kN (11,400 lbf)
Tear-out (biting) force (max.) —30.8 kN (6,920 lbf)
Engine —Four-cylinder turbo diesel, 2,216 cm³
Boom —Monoblock or articulated (adds reach, depth and dump height)
Strengths
  • + Minimal tail swing for work near walls
  • + Strong breakout force for its size
  • + Large Bobcat dealer network and attachment range
  • + Popular rental machine — easy to find operators and resell
  • + Articulated boom option for close-in work and higher dumping
  • + Strong breakout for a 6-tonner
  • + Popular with tiltrotators in Europe
  • + German engineering and build quality
Watch-outs
  • − Specifications differ noticeably between regions
  • − Small fuel tank compared with larger machines
  • − Tail overhangs slightly — not true zero tail swing
  • − Smaller dealer network than Japanese brands in some regions
  • − Conventional tail swing
Full E26 reviewFull ET65 review

Specifications are typical figures for standard configurations and may be measured differently by each manufacturer (for example net vs gross power). Always confirm with the manufacturer or dealer. Build another comparison.