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Bomag BW 213 D-5 PL vs Merlo P27.6 PLUS

The Bomag BW 213 D-5 PL has 396kW more power.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Bomag BW 213 D-5 PL
Bomag BW 213 D-5 PL - image: BOMAG
Merlo P27.6 PLUS
Merlo P27.6 PLUS - image: Molson Group

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Bomag BW 213 D-5 PLMerlo P27.6 PLUS
Engine power95,0 kW55,4 kW at 2,200 rpm
Weight12.600 kg-
Working width2.130 mm-
Emission stageStage V / TIER4f-
Operating weight-4850 kg
Load capacity-2700 kg
Lifting height-5.9 m

Sources: Bomag BW 213 D-5 PL, Merlo P27.6 PLUS. 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 396kW 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 P27.6 PLUS if...

A compact telehandler for building sites, farms, estates and landscaping where space is tight but 2.7 tonne lifts to about 6 metres are needed.

Full P27.6 PLUS specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Bomag BW 213 D-5 PL and the Merlo P27.6 PLUS?

The Bomag BW 213 D-5 PL has 396kW more power. The Bomag BW 213 D-5 PL is a single drum soil compactor roller; the Merlo P27.6 PLUS is a compact 2.7 tonne telehandler.

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