Head to head
Bobcat D30 vs Bomag BW 120 AD-5
The Bobcat D30 is the bigger machine by 1,760kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Bobcat D30 is the bigger machine by 1,760kg.
Specifications side by side
| Bobcat D30 | Bomag BW 120 AD-5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 4,510kg | 2,750kg |
| Load capacity | 3,000kg | - |
| Lift height | 2,030-7,810mm (mast dependent) | - |
| Engine | Stage V diesel, 2,434cc, 45.6kW | - |
| Travel speed | 20km/h | - |
| Engine power | - | 24.6kW |
Sources: Bobcat D30, Bomag BW 120 AD-5. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the D30 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 1,760kg
A 3-tonne diesel forklift used on building sites and in yards for shifting pallets and building materials. It is bought and hired mainly for outdoor work where a diesel engine and rough-terrain tyres suit it better than an electric truck.
Listed by
- AJ & MJ - Portsmouth, Drayton
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 Bobcat D30 and the Bomag BW 120 AD-5?
The Bobcat D30 is the bigger machine by 1,760kg. The Bobcat D30 is a diesel counterbalance forklift; the Bomag BW 120 AD-5 is a 1.2 tonne class light tandem roller.
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