Head to head
Bobcat S450 vs Bomag BW 120 AD-5
The Bobcat S450 has 11kW more power. The Bomag BW 120 AD-5 is the bigger machine by 385kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Bobcat S450 has 11kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Bomag BW 120 AD-5 is the bigger machine by 385kg.
Specifications side by side
| Bobcat S450 | Bomag BW 120 AD-5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2365kg | 2,750kg |
| Engine power | 35.9kW rated (48.1kW max, Kubota V2403 diesel) | 24.6kW |
| Rated operating capacity | 608kg (ISO 14397-1) | - |
| Lift height | 2.8m | - |
| Tipping load | 1215kg | - |
Sources: Bobcat S450, Bomag BW 120 AD-5. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the S450 if...
- you want one that has 11kW more power
Bobcat's entry-level skid steer, small enough for tight domestic and groundworks sites but still able to run a full range of buckets and attachments. Plant hire fleets keep it as their smallest skid steer for jobs a mini digger cannot reach.
Listed by
- JMP Plant Hire Essex - Ingatestone, Norton Heath
Buy or hire the BW 120 AD-5 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 385kg
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 S450 and the Bomag BW 120 AD-5?
The Bobcat S450 has 11kW more power. The Bomag BW 120 AD-5 is the bigger machine by 385kg. The Bobcat S450 is a compact skid steer loader; the Bomag BW 120 AD-5 is a 1.2 tonne class light tandem roller.
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