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Niftylift HR15 4x4 vs Wacker Neuson ET65

The Niftylift HR15 4x4 is a self-propelled articulating boom lift. The Wacker Neuson ET65 is a tracked excavator, 6 to 10 tonnes.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Niftylift HR15 4x4
Niftylift HR15 4x4 - image: niftylift.com
Wacker Neuson ET65
Wacker Neuson ET65 - image: wackerneuson.co.uk

Specifications side by side

Niftylift HR15 4x4Wacker Neuson ET65
Operating weight4,500kg diesel, 4,800kg hybrid, stated as minimum6,078 to 7,358 kg
Working height15.7m (51ft 6in)-
Working outreach9.4m (31ft)-
Platform capacity225kg-
Breakout force-50.7 kN
Length-6,137 mm
Dig depth-4,184 mm
Width-1,950 mm
Height-2,478 mm
Engine power-42 kW

Sources: Niftylift HR15 4x4, Wacker Neuson ET65. 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 ET65 if...

A 6 to 10 tonne machine for site clearance, drainage and bulk digging, often run with a dumper alongside. At 6.1 tonnes it moves on a lorry or low-loader. Dig depth is 4,184 mm.

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Full ET65 specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Niftylift HR15 4x4 and the Wacker Neuson ET65?

The Niftylift HR15 4x4 is a self-propelled articulating boom lift; the Wacker Neuson ET65 is a tracked excavator, 6 to 10 tonnes.

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