Head to head
Bomag BW 120 AD-5 vs Develon DX17Z-7
The Bomag BW 120 AD-5 has 13kW more power and is the bigger machine by 840kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Bomag BW 120 AD-5 has 13kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Bomag BW 120 AD-5 is the bigger machine by 840kg.
Specifications side by side
| Bomag BW 120 AD-5 | Develon DX17Z-7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2,750kg | 1,910 kg (4,211 lb) |
| Engine power | 24.6kW | 11.9 kW (16.0 hp) at 2,400 rpm |
| Dig depth | - | 2,200 mm (7 ft 3 in) |
Sources: Bomag BW 120 AD-5, Develon DX17Z-7. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the BW 120 AD-5 if...
- you want one that has 13kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 840kg
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 DX17Z-7 if...
The Develon DX17Z-7 is the smallest excavator in the Develon range, formerly sold as a Doosan model before the 2023 rebrand, and competes for the same confined-space and landscaping hire jobs as the JCB 8008 CTS and Kubota KX019-4. UK dealers that previously stocked it as a Doosan now sell and service it under the Develon name with the same parts and support lines. It gives hire companies a mini excavator option outside the usual Kubota, JCB and Takeuchi trio at a similar size point.
Full DX17Z-7 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Bomag BW 120 AD-5 and the Develon DX17Z-7?
The Bomag BW 120 AD-5 has 13kW more power and is the bigger machine by 840kg. The Bomag BW 120 AD-5 is a 1.2 tonne class light tandem roller; the Develon DX17Z-7 is a a 1.7 tonne mini excavator, Develon's smallest excavator model.
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