Head to head
Niftylift HR15 4x4 vs Wacker Neuson ET42
The Niftylift HR15 4x4 is a self-propelled articulating boom lift. The Wacker Neuson ET42 is a midi excavator, 3 to 6 tonnes.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Niftylift HR15 4x4 | Wacker Neuson ET42 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 4,500kg diesel, 4,800kg hybrid, stated as minimum | 4,032 to 5,206 kg |
| Working height | 15.7m (51ft 6in) | - |
| Working outreach | 9.4m (31ft) | - |
| Platform capacity | 225kg | - |
| Breakout force | - | 43.8 kN |
| Length | - | 5,594 mm |
| Dig depth | - | 3,544 mm |
| Width | - | 1,750 mm |
| Height | - | 2,608 mm |
| Engine power | - | 32.5 kW |
Sources: Niftylift HR15 4x4, Wacker Neuson ET42. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the HR15 4x4 if...
A British-built boom lift favoured by hire fleets for its narrow 2m width and tight turning circle, which let it reach working heights that normally require a much larger machine on a more constrained site. The flexible boom design allows working up and over obstacles.
Full HR15 4x4 specifications →Buy or hire the ET42 if...
A midi excavator for groundworks, utilities and landscaping contractors. At 4.0 tonnes it arrives on a lorry rather than behind a car. It digs to 3,544 mm.
Listed by
- GEM Plant Sales Limited - Ashford, Sevington, Willesborough
Common questions
What is the difference between the Niftylift HR15 4x4 and the Wacker Neuson ET42?
The Niftylift HR15 4x4 is a self-propelled articulating boom lift; the Wacker Neuson ET42 is a midi excavator, 3 to 6 tonnes.
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