Head to head
Bobcat E17z vs Bomag BW 80 AD-5
The Bomag BW 80 AD-5 has 5kW more power. The Bobcat E17z is the bigger machine by 162kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Bomag BW 80 AD-5 has 5kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Bobcat E17z is the bigger machine by 162kg.
Specifications side by side
| Bobcat E17z | Bomag BW 80 AD-5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1712kg | 1,550kg |
| Engine power | 10.1kW | 15.1kW |
| Dig depth | 2230mm | - |
| Breakout force | 11.92kN | - |
Sources: Bobcat E17z, Bomag BW 80 AD-5. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the E17z if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 162kg
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 80 AD-5 if...
- you want one that has 5kW more power
A small articulated tandem roller for compacting asphalt patch repairs and thin overlays where a heavier roller would be overkill, used by groundworkers and utility reinstatement contractors.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bobcat E17z and the Bomag BW 80 AD-5?
The Bomag BW 80 AD-5 has 5kW more power. The Bobcat E17z is the bigger machine by 162kg. The Bobcat E17z is a 1.5 tonne class mini excavator, zero tail swing; the Bomag BW 80 AD-5 is a 0.8 tonne class light tandem roller.
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