Head to head
Bomag BW 135 AD-5 vs Caterpillar D3
The Bomag BW 135 AD-5 has 263kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Bomag BW 135 AD-5 has 263kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Bomag BW 135 AD-5 | Caterpillar D3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 34,1 kW | 77.6kW (104hp) |
| Weight | 4.050 kg | - |
| Working width | 1.300 mm | - |
| Emission stage | Stage V / TIER4f | - |
| Operating weight | - | 9362kg (20,640lb) |
| Blade capacity | - | 2.19m3, or 2.34m3 with LGP tracks |
| Engine | - | Cat C3.6 |
Sources: Bomag BW 135 AD-5, Caterpillar D3. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the BW 135 AD-5 if...
- you want one that has 263kW more power
A larger light tandem roller for road repairs, driveways, car parks and small paving jobs. Used by surfacing contractors and hire fleets for asphalt and soil compaction.
Full BW 135 AD-5 specifications →Buy or hire the D3 if...
Caterpillar's smallest crawler dozer, used for fine grading, landscaping and confined-site work where a full-size dozer won't fit. Common in UK plant hire fleets alongside mini excavators.
Listed by
- B & T Plant Hire - Gravesend
- B & T Plant Hire Ltd - Morden
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bomag BW 135 AD-5 and the Caterpillar D3?
The Bomag BW 135 AD-5 has 263kW more power. The Bomag BW 135 AD-5 is a light articulated tandem roller for asphalt compaction; the Caterpillar D3 is a small crawler dozer.
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