Head to head
Bomag BW 213 D-5 PL vs Kubota U17-3a
The Bomag BW 213 D-5 PL has 939kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Bomag BW 213 D-5 PL has 939kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Bomag BW 213 D-5 PL | Kubota U17-3a | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 95,0 kW | 11.3kW |
| Weight | 12.600 kg | - |
| Working width | 2.130 mm | - |
| Emission stage | Stage V / TIER4f | - |
| Operating weight | - | 1,700kg |
| Dig depth | - | 2,460mm |
Sources: Bomag BW 213 D-5 PL, Kubota U17-3a. 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 939kW 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 U17-3a if...
A step up from a micro excavator for landscaping and groundworks contractors who need more dig depth and breakout force while still fitting through a standard gate or gap. Common on garden and small drainage jobs.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
- Compact Plant Sales - Farnham
- Beaver Tool Hire - Isleworth, Twickenham
- Standard Plant Hire - Keston
- HG Plant Sales - Maldon, Langford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bomag BW 213 D-5 PL and the Kubota U17-3a?
The Bomag BW 213 D-5 PL has 939kW more power. The Bomag BW 213 D-5 PL is a single drum soil compactor roller; the Kubota U17-3a is a 1.7 tonne mini excavator.
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