Head to head
Bomag BW 213 D-5 PL vs Wacker Neuson ET42
The Bomag BW 213 D-5 PL has 918kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Key differences
- Engine power: the Bomag BW 213 D-5 PL has 918kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Bomag BW 213 D-5 PL | Wacker Neuson ET42 | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 95,0 kW | 32.5 kW |
| Weight | 12.600 kg | - |
| Working width | 2.130 mm | - |
| Emission stage | Stage V / TIER4f | - |
| Breakout force | - | 43.8 kN |
| Length | - | 5,594 mm |
| Operating weight | - | 4,032 to 5,206 kg |
| Dig depth | - | 3,544 mm |
| Width | - | 1,750 mm |
| Height | - | 2,608 mm |
Sources: Bomag BW 213 D-5 PL, Wacker Neuson ET42. 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 918kW 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 ET42 if...
A midi excavator for groundworks, utilities and landscaping contractors. At 4.0 tonnes it arrives on a lorry rather than behind a car. It digs to 3,544 mm.
Listed by
- GEM Plant Sales Limited - Ashford, Sevington, Willesborough
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bomag BW 213 D-5 PL and the Wacker Neuson ET42?
The Bomag BW 213 D-5 PL has 918kW more power. The Bomag BW 213 D-5 PL is a single drum soil compactor roller; the Wacker Neuson ET42 is a midi excavator, 3 to 6 tonnes.
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