Head to head
Bobcat E17z vs Bomag BW 120 AD-5
The Bomag BW 120 AD-5 has 15kW more power and is the bigger machine by 1,038kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Bomag BW 120 AD-5 has 15kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Bomag BW 120 AD-5 is the bigger machine by 1,038kg.
Specifications side by side
| Bobcat E17z | Bomag BW 120 AD-5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1712kg | 2,750kg |
| Engine power | 10.1kW | 24.6kW |
| Dig depth | 2230mm | - |
| Breakout force | 11.92kN | - |
Sources: Bobcat E17z, Bomag BW 120 AD-5. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the E17z if...
The 1.5 tonne class is the busiest size in UK hire fleets. At 1,712kg it goes on a braked plant trailer behind a large 4x4 or pickup, and digs to 2230mm for footings, drainage runs and fence posts. Zero tail swing means the back of the machine stays inside the tracks when it slews, so it can work tight against a wall or in one lane of a road.
Full E17z specifications →Buy or hire the BW 120 AD-5 if...
- you want one that has 15kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 1,038kg
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 E17z and the Bomag BW 120 AD-5?
The Bomag BW 120 AD-5 has 15kW more power and is the bigger machine by 1,038kg. The Bobcat E17z is a 1.5 tonne class mini excavator, zero tail swing; the Bomag BW 120 AD-5 is a 1.2 tonne class light tandem roller.
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