Head to head
Bobcat E10z vs Bomag BW 120 AD-5
The Bomag BW 120 AD-5 has 17kW more power and is the bigger machine by 1,574kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Bomag BW 120 AD-5 has 17kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Bomag BW 120 AD-5 is the bigger machine by 1,574kg.
Specifications side by side
| Bobcat E10z | Bomag BW 120 AD-5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1,176 kg | 2,750kg |
| Engine power | 7.5 kW | 24.6kW |
| Dig depth | 1,820 mm | - |
| Retracted track width | 71 cm | - |
Sources: Bobcat E10z, Bomag BW 120 AD-5. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the E10z if...
The Bobcat E10z is a zero tail swing micro excavator built for confined internal and garden work, competing directly with the JCB 8008 CTS for the same narrow-access hire jobs. Its zero tail swing design lets it rotate its upper structure without the counterweight overhanging obstacles, unlike some other micro excavators of this size. It is typically hired for basement, extension and small landscaping work rather than bought outright.
Full E10z specifications →Buy or hire the BW 120 AD-5 if...
- you want one that has 17kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 1,574kg
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 E10z and the Bomag BW 120 AD-5?
The Bomag BW 120 AD-5 has 17kW more power and is the bigger machine by 1,574kg. The Bobcat E10z is a a sub-1.2 tonne zero tail swing micro excavator; the Bomag BW 120 AD-5 is a 1.2 tonne class light tandem roller.
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