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Bomag BW 213 D-5 PL vs Caterpillar D6N

The Bomag BW 213 D-5 PL has 826kW more power.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Bomag BW 213 D-5 PL
Bomag BW 213 D-5 PL - image: BOMAG
Caterpillar D6N
Caterpillar D6N - image: Peterson Cat

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Bomag BW 213 D-5 PLCaterpillar D6N
Engine power95,0 kW124kW (166hp) at 1800rpm
Weight12.600 kg-
Working width2.130 mm-
Emission stageStage V / TIER4f-
Operating weight-16757kg (36,943lb)
Blade capacity-3.90m3 (LGP VPAT) to 4.30m3 (XL SU)
Engine-Cat C7.1 ACERT

Sources: Bomag BW 213 D-5 PL, Caterpillar D6N. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the BW 213 D-5 PL if...

  • you want one that has 826kW more power

A 12 tonne class single drum roller for compacting soil, stone and fill on road, housing and groundworks schemes. Bought or hired by earthworks and civils contractors for bulk compaction.

Full BW 213 D-5 PL specifications →

Buy or hire the D6N if...

A mid-size dozer used for earthmoving, site clearance and haul road maintenance. The VPAT blade option lets one machine angle, tilt and pitch for grading as well as straight pushing.

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Full D6N specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Bomag BW 213 D-5 PL and the Caterpillar D6N?

The Bomag BW 213 D-5 PL has 826kW more power. The Bomag BW 213 D-5 PL is a single drum soil compactor roller; the Caterpillar D6N is a medium crawler dozer.

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