Head to head
Bomag BW 135 AD-5 vs Kubota U17-3a
The Bomag BW 135 AD-5 has 330kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Bomag BW 135 AD-5 has 330kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Bomag BW 135 AD-5 | Kubota U17-3a | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 34,1 kW | 11.3kW |
| Weight | 4.050 kg | - |
| Working width | 1.300 mm | - |
| Emission stage | Stage V / TIER4f | - |
| Operating weight | - | 1,700kg |
| Dig depth | - | 2,460mm |
Sources: Bomag BW 135 AD-5, Kubota U17-3a. 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 330kW 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 U17-3a if...
A step up from a micro excavator for landscaping and groundworks contractors who need more dig depth and breakout force while still fitting through a standard gate or gap. Common on garden and small drainage jobs.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
- Compact Plant Sales - Farnham
- Beaver Tool Hire - Isleworth, Twickenham
- Standard Plant Hire - Keston
- HG Plant Sales - Maldon, Langford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bomag BW 135 AD-5 and the Kubota U17-3a?
The Bomag BW 135 AD-5 has 330kW more power. The Bomag BW 135 AD-5 is a light articulated tandem roller for asphalt compaction; the Kubota U17-3a is a 1.7 tonne mini excavator.
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