Head to head
Bomag BW 135 AD-5 vs Kubota KX016-4
The Bomag BW 135 AD-5 has 331kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Bomag BW 135 AD-5 has 331kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Bomag BW 135 AD-5 | Kubota KX016-4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 34,1 kW | 9.6kW (13hp) |
| Weight | 4.050 kg | - |
| Working width | 1.300 mm | - |
| Emission stage | Stage V / TIER4f | - |
| Operating weight | - | up to 1540kg |
| Dig depth | - | 2250mm |
| Width | - | 1240mm |
Sources: Bomag BW 135 AD-5, Kubota KX016-4. 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 331kW 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 KX016-4 if...
The 1.5 tonne class is the busiest size in UK hire fleets. At 1,540kg it goes on a braked plant trailer behind a large 4x4 or pickup, and digs to 2250mm for footings, drainage runs and fence posts.
Full KX016-4 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Bomag BW 135 AD-5 and the Kubota KX016-4?
The Bomag BW 135 AD-5 has 331kW more power. The Bomag BW 135 AD-5 is a light articulated tandem roller for asphalt compaction; the Kubota KX016-4 is a 1.5 tonne class mini excavator.
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