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Bomag BW 135 AD-5 vs Kubota U20

The Bomag BW 135 AD-5 has 328kW more power.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Bomag BW 135 AD-5
Bomag BW 135 AD-5 - image: BOMAG
Kubota U20
Kubota U20 - image: Kubota UK

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Bomag BW 135 AD-5Kubota U20
Engine power34,1 kW13.5kW / 19hp
Weight4.050 kg-
Working width1.300 mm-
Emission stageStage V / TIER4f-
Machine weight-2,380kg (cab) / 2,180kg (canopy)
Max dig depth-2,540mm
Max width-1,500mm
Travel speed-2.2 / 4.2km/h

Sources: Bomag BW 135 AD-5, Kubota U20. 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 328kW 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 U20 if...

A compact zero-tailswing excavator sized to fit through a domestic gateway, used for groundworks, drainage and garden landscaping jobs where space is tight.

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Full U20 specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Bomag BW 135 AD-5 and the Kubota U20?

The Bomag BW 135 AD-5 has 328kW more power. The Bomag BW 135 AD-5 is a light articulated tandem roller for asphalt compaction; the Kubota U20 is a 2-tonne class mini excavator.

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