GetBrent

Head to head

Bomag BW 135 AD-5 vs Hitachi ZX220W-7

The Bomag BW 135 AD-5 has 213kW more power.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Bomag BW 135 AD-5
Bomag BW 135 AD-5 - image: BOMAG
Hitachi ZX220W-7
Hitachi ZX220W-7 - image: Hitachi Construction Machinery

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Bomag BW 135 AD-5Hitachi ZX220W-7
Engine power34,1 kW128kW
Weight4.050 kg-
Working width1.300 mm-
Emission stageStage V / TIER4f-
Operating weight-20,100 - 24,900kg
Dig depth-5,810 - 6,300mm

Sources: Bomag BW 135 AD-5, Hitachi ZX220W-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 213kW 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 ZX220W-7 if...

Targets larger utility, sewer and civils contractors who need crawler-class digging power on a road-going wheeled chassis. It sits at the top of Hitachi's current wheeled-excavator line, giving extra reach and depth over the 170W and 145W.

Listed by

Full ZX220W-7 specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Bomag BW 135 AD-5 and the Hitachi ZX220W-7?

The Bomag BW 135 AD-5 has 213kW more power. The Bomag BW 135 AD-5 is a light articulated tandem roller for asphalt compaction; the Hitachi ZX220W-7 is a 20-25 tonne wheeled excavator, the largest in Hitachi's ZX-7 wheeled range.

GetBrent is an independent directory and is not a dealer for, nor affiliated with, either manufacturer. Model and brand names are the trademarks of their owners.