Head to head
Bobcat E55z vs Bomag BW 80 AD-5
The Bobcat E55z is the bigger machine by 3,721kg and has 21kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Bobcat E55z is the bigger machine by 3,721kg.
- Engine power: the Bobcat E55z has 21kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Bobcat E55z | Bomag BW 80 AD-5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 5271kg | 1,550kg |
| Engine power | 36.4kW | 15.1kW |
| Dig depth | 3434mm | - |
| Breakout force | 30.99kN | - |
Sources: Bobcat E55z, Bomag BW 80 AD-5. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the E55z if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 3,721kg
- you want one that has 21kW more power
A midi excavator for groundworks, utilities and landscaping contractors. At 5.3 tonnes it arrives on a lorry rather than behind a car. It digs to 3434mm. 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.
Listed by
Buy or hire the BW 80 AD-5 if...
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 E55z and the Bomag BW 80 AD-5?
The Bobcat E55z is the bigger machine by 3,721kg and has 21kW more power. The Bobcat E55z is a midi excavator, zero tail swing, 3 to 6 tonnes; the Bomag BW 80 AD-5 is a 0.8 tonne class light tandem roller.
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