Head to head
Bomag BW 135 AD-5 vs Merlo P27.6 PLUS
The Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 213kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 213kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Bomag BW 135 AD-5 | Merlo P27.6 PLUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 34,1 kW | 55,4 kW at 2,200 rpm |
| Weight | 4.050 kg | - |
| Working width | 1.300 mm | - |
| Emission stage | Stage V / TIER4f | - |
| Operating weight | - | 4850 kg |
| Load capacity | - | 2700 kg |
| Lifting height | - | 5.9 m |
Sources: Bomag BW 135 AD-5, Merlo P27.6 PLUS. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the BW 135 AD-5 if...
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 P27.6 PLUS if...
- you want one that has 213kW more power
A compact telehandler for building sites, farms, estates and landscaping where space is tight but 2.7 tonne lifts to about 6 metres are needed.
Full P27.6 PLUS specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Bomag BW 135 AD-5 and the Merlo P27.6 PLUS?
The Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 213kW more power. The Bomag BW 135 AD-5 is a light articulated tandem roller for asphalt compaction; the Merlo P27.6 PLUS is a compact 2.7 tonne telehandler.
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