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Bomag BW 100 AD-5 vs Kubota U17-3a

The Bomag BW 100 AD-5 has 235kW more power.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Bomag BW 100 AD-5
Bomag BW 100 AD-5 - image: BOMAG
Kubota U17-3a
Kubota U17-3a - image: ke.kubota-eu.com

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Bomag BW 100 AD-5Kubota U17-3a
Engine power24,6 kW11.3kW
Weight2.550 kg-
Working width1.000 mm-
Emission stageStage V / TIER4f-
Operating weight-1,700kg
Dig depth-2,460mm

Sources: Bomag BW 100 AD-5, Kubota U17-3a. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the BW 100 AD-5 if...

  • you want one that has 235kW more power

A small tandem roller for footpaths, car parks, patch repairs and landscaping. Used by small surfacing gangs and plant hire fleets for asphalt and soil compaction.

Full BW 100 AD-5 specifications →

Buy or hire the U17-3a if...

A step up from a micro excavator for landscaping and groundworks contractors who need more dig depth and breakout force while still fitting through a standard gate or gap. Common on garden and small drainage jobs.

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Full U17-3a specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Bomag BW 100 AD-5 and the Kubota U17-3a?

The Bomag BW 100 AD-5 has 235kW more power. The Bomag BW 100 AD-5 is a light articulated tandem roller for asphalt and soil; the Kubota U17-3a is a 1.7 tonne mini excavator.

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