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Bomag BW 135 AD-5 vs Hitachi ZX75US-5

The Bomag BW 135 AD-5 has 299kW more power.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Bomag BW 135 AD-5
Bomag BW 135 AD-5 - image: BOMAG
Hitachi ZX75US-5
Hitachi ZX75US-5 - image: Hitachi brand image from hitachicm.com

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Bomag BW 135 AD-5Hitachi ZX75US-5
Engine power34,1 kW42.4kW (56.9hp)
Weight4.050 kg-
Working width1.300 mm-
Emission stageStage V / TIER4f-
Operating weight-8730kg (19,244lb)
Max digging depth-4.61m (15'1")

Sources: Bomag BW 135 AD-5, Hitachi ZX75US-5. 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 299kW 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 ZX75US-5 if...

A 7-8 tonne excavator with a reduced tail swing radius, letting it work close to walls and in restricted urban sites. A common size in UK plant hire fleets for groundworks and drainage.

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Full ZX75US-5 specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Bomag BW 135 AD-5 and the Hitachi ZX75US-5?

The Bomag BW 135 AD-5 has 299kW more power. The Bomag BW 135 AD-5 is a light articulated tandem roller for asphalt compaction; the Hitachi ZX75US-5 is a reduced tail swing excavator.

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