Head to head
Bomag BW 135 AD-5 vs Merlo TF42.7
The Merlo TF42.7 has 518kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Merlo TF42.7 has 518kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Bomag BW 135 AD-5 | Merlo TF42.7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 34,1 kW | 85,9 kW at 2,200 rpm |
| Weight | 4.050 kg | - |
| Working width | 1.300 mm | - |
| Emission stage | Stage V / TIER4f | - |
| Operating weight | - | 7800 kg |
| Load capacity | - | 4200 kg |
| Lifting height | - | 7 m |
Sources: Bomag BW 135 AD-5, Merlo TF42.7. 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 TF42.7 if...
- you want one that has 518kW more power
A medium-capacity telehandler for heavier lifting on construction, agricultural and industrial sites where a 4.2 tonne capacity is needed at moderate height.
Full TF42.7 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Bomag BW 135 AD-5 and the Merlo TF42.7?
The Merlo TF42.7 has 518kW more power. The Bomag BW 135 AD-5 is a light articulated tandem roller for asphalt compaction; the Merlo TF42.7 is a 4.2 tonne telehandler.
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