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Bomag BW 135 AD-5 vs Hitachi ZX135USB-7

The Bomag BW 135 AD-5 has 267kW more power.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Bomag BW 135 AD-5
Bomag BW 135 AD-5 - image: BOMAG
Hitachi ZX135USB-7
Hitachi ZX135USB-7 - image: Hitachi Construction Machinery

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Bomag BW 135 AD-5Hitachi ZX135USB-7
Engine power34,1 kW74kW (ISO14396) / 73kW (ISO9249)
Weight4.050 kg-
Working width1.300 mm-
Emission stageStage V / TIER4f-
Operating weight-13,800 - 16,000kg

Sources: Bomag BW 135 AD-5, Hitachi ZX135USB-7. 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 267kW 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 ZX135USB-7 if...

Built for sites with tight working margins - roadside, urban and confined yards - where a swinging counterweight would foul walls, parked vehicles or passing traffic. Popular with utility and demolition contractors working close to structures.

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Full ZX135USB-7 specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Bomag BW 135 AD-5 and the Hitachi ZX135USB-7?

The Bomag BW 135 AD-5 has 267kW more power. The Bomag BW 135 AD-5 is a light articulated tandem roller for asphalt compaction; the Hitachi ZX135USB-7 is a 13 tonne zero tail swing crawler excavator.

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