2026 Wacker Neuson ET145

ET145 Tracked Conventional Excavator: The champion in the compact class

The ET145 is one of the world's largest compact excavators, providing the power and performance of a larger model in a more compact package. It offers a perfect balance of power, maneuverability and stability. The ET145 features the most up-to-date innovations for comfortable and intuitive operation to tackle even bigger jobs.

Features May Include:

Swivel console

• By means of a swivel bracket, the arm system can be swiveled in both directions independently of the position of the upper carriage. This allows for precise work along walls and trenches. Working around obstacles or in flowing traffic is made easier, and the visibility area is increased during excavation work.

Comfortable, fully glazed cab

• The large, fully glazed and tiltable cabin with roof window offers the operator an optimal 360° visibility of his work area. This gives the operator a good view of his working area, colleagues and any dangers. Meanwhile, available despite this.
• It can be easily disassembled for service and repair work. All hydraulic functions of the excavator meanwhile remain available despite this.

7-inch display and rear-view camera

• The large, multi-functional 7-inch color display ensures a perfect overview of all the machine's functions, as well as the respective camera images.  The rearview camera enables safer reversing of the excavator. In addition, the view of the machine is better when it is rotated.

AUX I

• The auxiliary hydraulics offer the possibility of using a powerful hydraulic breaker as well as converting to a swivel bucket or soil auger.
• Choice of two movement directions or one with changeover for pressureless return

8 large tie-downs

• Six large tie-downs on the vehicle chassis and two on the dozer blade make loading and transport easy and safe.
• The eyelets are perfectly placed for secure attachment of the machine and they are also suitable for large hooks.

Jog dial

• The jog dial system, familiar from the automotive area, including a clear display, allows intuitive selection of the right operating settings via a press-push button as well as various settings via a keypad. ECO mode is the standard mode for efficient and fuel-saving work; HI mode stands for maximum pump performance and fast, powerful work and LOW mode for extremely precise, sensitive work.