White 2-80-17 vs White 4-80-17

Verdict: White 2-80-17 vs White 4-80-17

The White 2-80-17 and the White 4-80-17 are both backhoe loaders — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Both are rated at the same 80 hp. White 2-80-17 is the lighter machine (7,801 kg vs 7,892 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Use the full side-by-side spec tables below to weigh the details against your own operation, and confirm with a dealer demo.