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Bomag BW 213 D-5 PL vs John Deere 6170R

The Bomag BW 213 D-5 PL has 825kW more power.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Bomag BW 213 D-5 PL
Bomag BW 213 D-5 PL - image: BOMAG
John Deere 6170R
John Deere 6170R - image: McGovern Plant Hire

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Bomag BW 213 D-5 PLJohn Deere 6170R
Engine power95,0 kW125kW (170hp)
Weight12.600 kg-
Working width2.130 mm-
Emission stageStage V / TIER4f-

Sources: Bomag BW 213 D-5 PL, John Deere 6170R. 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 825kW 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 6170R if...

A mid-size utility tractor used on plant-hire fleets for towing plant trailers, running PTO-driven attachments and general groundwork traction where a dedicated construction tractor unit isn't justified. Suits contractors who need towing capacity rather than pure horsepower.

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Full 6170R specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Bomag BW 213 D-5 PL and the John Deere 6170R?

The Bomag BW 213 D-5 PL has 825kW more power. The Bomag BW 213 D-5 PL is a single drum soil compactor roller; the John Deere 6170R is a 170hp agricultural tractor.

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