Head to head
Bomag BW 120 AD-5 vs Caterpillar D6N
The Caterpillar D6N is the bigger machine by 14,007kg and has 99kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Caterpillar D6N is the bigger machine by 14,007kg.
- Engine power: the Caterpillar D6N has 99kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Bomag BW 120 AD-5 | Caterpillar D6N | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2,750kg | 16757kg (36,943lb) |
| Engine power | 24.6kW | 124kW (166hp) at 1800rpm |
| Blade capacity | - | 3.90m3 (LGP VPAT) to 4.30m3 (XL SU) |
| Engine | - | Cat C7.1 ACERT |
Sources: Bomag BW 120 AD-5, Caterpillar D6N. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the BW 120 AD-5 if...
A compact double-drum roller for groundworks and surfacing contractors compacting asphalt or granular sub-base on driveways, footpaths and small resurfacing jobs. Its articulated frame keeps it manoeuvrable on confined sites.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Buy or hire the D6N if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 14,007kg
- you want one that has 99kW more power
A mid-size dozer used for earthmoving, site clearance and haul road maintenance. The VPAT blade option lets one machine angle, tilt and pitch for grading as well as straight pushing.
Listed by
- B & T Plant Hire - Gravesend
- B & T Plant Hire Ltd - Morden
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bomag BW 120 AD-5 and the Caterpillar D6N?
The Caterpillar D6N is the bigger machine by 14,007kg and has 99kW more power. The Bomag BW 120 AD-5 is a 1.2 tonne class light tandem roller; the Caterpillar D6N is a medium crawler dozer.
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