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Bomag BW 213 D-5 PL vs Hitachi ZX85USB-6

The Bomag BW 213 D-5 PL has 908kW more power.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Bomag BW 213 D-5 PL
Bomag BW 213 D-5 PL - image: BOMAG
Hitachi ZX85USB-6
Hitachi ZX85USB-6 - image: Barnes Plant Sales Ltd

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Bomag BW 213 D-5 PLHitachi ZX85USB-6
Engine power95,0 kW42.4kW
Weight12.600 kg-
Working width2.130 mm-
Emission stageStage V / TIER4f-
Operating weight-8,430 - 9,060kg
Dig depth-3,910 - 4,510mm

Sources: Bomag BW 213 D-5 PL, Hitachi ZX85USB-6. 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 908kW 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 ZX85USB-6 if...

A popular hire-fleet size for groundworkers and utility contractors who need more reach and dig depth than a mini excavator but still want a zero-swing tail for working close to walls and other plant. Common on drainage and footing jobs on housing sites.

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Full ZX85USB-6 specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Bomag BW 213 D-5 PL and the Hitachi ZX85USB-6?

The Bomag BW 213 D-5 PL has 908kW more power. The Bomag BW 213 D-5 PL is a single drum soil compactor roller; the Hitachi ZX85USB-6 is a 8.4-9.1 tonne zero tail swing crawler excavator.

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