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Bomag BW 135 AD-5 vs Yanmar SV17VT

The Bomag BW 135 AD-5 has 228kW more power.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Bomag BW 135 AD-5
Bomag BW 135 AD-5 - image: BOMAG
Yanmar SV17VT
Yanmar SV17VT - image: Field & Forest Machinery Ltd

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Bomag BW 135 AD-5Yanmar SV17VT
Engine power34,1 kW11,3 kW (at 2400 rpm)
Weight4.050 kg-
Working width1.300 mm-
Emission stageStage V / TIER4f-
Operating weight-1700 kg (canopy) / 1790 kg (cabin)
Breakout force-16 kN
Fuel tank-27 l

Sources: Bomag BW 135 AD-5, Yanmar SV17VT. 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 228kW 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 SV17VT if...

A small digger for hire fleets, landscapers and builders on garden work, drainage and small trenches. Light enough to move on a trailer behind a pickup or van.

Full SV17VT specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Bomag BW 135 AD-5 and the Yanmar SV17VT?

The Bomag BW 135 AD-5 has 228kW more power. The Bomag BW 135 AD-5 is a light articulated tandem roller for asphalt compaction; the Yanmar SV17VT is a 1.7 tonne conventional-tail mini excavator.

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