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Bomag BW 135 AD-5 vs Thwaites 6 Tonne Power Swivel

The Bomag BW 135 AD-5 has 286kW more power.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Bomag BW 135 AD-5
Bomag BW 135 AD-5 - image: BOMAG
Thwaites 6 Tonne Power Swivel
Thwaites 6 Tonne Power Swivel - image: Molson Group

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Bomag BW 135 AD-5Thwaites 6 Tonne Power Swivel
Engine power34,1 kW55.4 kW (74 hp) @ 2200rpm
Weight4.050 kg-
Working width1.300 mm-
Emission stageStage V / TIER4f-
Payload-6000 kg
Heaped capacity-3150 litres
Engine-Deutz TCD 3.6 L4

Sources: Bomag BW 135 AD-5, Thwaites 6 Tonne Power Swivel. 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 286kW 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 6 Tonne Power Swivel if...

A 6 tonne dumper whose skip swivels so it can tip to either side, useful for loading into trenches and working along narrow roads or site edges. Used by groundworks and utility contractors on UK sites. A cab is listed as an option.

Full 6 Tonne Power Swivel specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Bomag BW 135 AD-5 and the Thwaites 6 Tonne Power Swivel?

The Bomag BW 135 AD-5 has 286kW more power. The Bomag BW 135 AD-5 is a light articulated tandem roller for asphalt compaction; the Thwaites 6 Tonne Power Swivel is a 6 tonne power swivel site dumper.

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