Head to head
Avant 640 vs Bomag BW 120 AD-5
The Avant 640 has 3kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Avant 640 has 3kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Avant 640 | Bomag BW 120 AD-5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 28 kW (37,5 hp) | 24.6kW |
| Lifting capacity | 1100 kg | - |
| Lifting height | 2835 mm | - |
| Weight | 1590 kg | - |
| Operating weight | - | 2,750kg |
Sources: Avant 640, Bomag BW 120 AD-5. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 640 if...
- you want one that has 3kW more power
An all-round compact loader with stronger auxiliary hydraulics for running more attachments, used by landscapers, stables, estates and small contractors. Light enough to be moved on a trailer or larger van.
Full 640 specifications →Buy or hire the BW 120 AD-5 if...
A compact double-drum roller for groundworks and surfacing contractors compacting asphalt or granular sub-base on driveways, footpaths and small resurfacing jobs. Its articulated frame keeps it manoeuvrable on confined sites.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Avant 640 and the Bomag BW 120 AD-5?
The Avant 640 has 3kW more power. The Avant 640 is a articulated multi-purpose loader, 600 series; the Bomag BW 120 AD-5 is a 1.2 tonne class light tandem roller.
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