Head to head
Bobcat E19 vs Bomag BW 80 AD-5
The Bomag BW 80 AD-5 has 5kW more power. The Bobcat E19 is the bigger machine by 355kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Bomag BW 80 AD-5 has 5kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Bobcat E19 is the bigger machine by 355kg.
Specifications side by side
| Bobcat E19 | Bomag BW 80 AD-5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1905kg | 1,550kg |
| Engine power | 10.1kW | 15.1kW |
| Dig depth | 2364mm | - |
| Breakout force | 12.63kN | - |
Sources: Bobcat E19, Bomag BW 80 AD-5. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the E19 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 355kg
The 1.5 tonne class is the busiest size in UK hire fleets. At 1,905kg it goes on a braked plant trailer behind a large 4x4 or pickup, and digs to 2364mm for footings, drainage runs and fence posts.
Full E19 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 E19 and the Bomag BW 80 AD-5?
The Bomag BW 80 AD-5 has 5kW more power. The Bobcat E19 is the bigger machine by 355kg. The Bobcat E19 is a 1.5 tonne class mini excavator; the Bomag BW 80 AD-5 is a 0.8 tonne class light tandem roller.
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