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Bomag BW 213 D-5 PL vs Thwaites 3 Tonne Front Tip
The Bomag BW 213 D-5 PL has 925kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Bomag BW 213 D-5 PL has 925kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Bomag BW 213 D-5 PL | Thwaites 3 Tonne Front Tip | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 95,0 kW | 24.8kW (33.2 bhp) @ 2800rpm |
| Weight | 12.600 kg | - |
| Working width | 2.130 mm | - |
| Emission stage | Stage V / TIER4f | - |
| Payload | - | 3000 kg |
| Heaped capacity | - | 1680 litres |
| Engine | - | Yanmar 3TNV88 |
Sources: Bomag BW 213 D-5 PL, Thwaites 3 Tonne Front Tip. 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 925kW 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 3 Tonne Front Tip if...
A mid-size front tip dumper for groundworks, drainage and general muck shifting on UK sites where a 3 tonne payload is enough. Sits between the 1 tonne hi-tip and the 6 tonne dumpers in the Thwaites range.
Full 3 Tonne Front Tip specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Bomag BW 213 D-5 PL and the Thwaites 3 Tonne Front Tip?
The Bomag BW 213 D-5 PL has 925kW more power. The Bomag BW 213 D-5 PL is a single drum soil compactor roller; the Thwaites 3 Tonne Front Tip is a 3 tonne front tip site dumper.
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