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Bomag BW 120 AD-5 vs Hitachi ZX130LCN-7

The Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 is the bigger machine by 11,350kg and has 49kW more power.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Bomag BW 120 AD-5
Bomag BW 120 AD-5 - image: macgregorsupplies.co.uk
Hitachi ZX130LCN-7
Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 - image: Hitachi

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Bomag BW 120 AD-5Hitachi ZX130LCN-7
Operating weight2,750kg14,100 - 16,300kg
Engine power24.6kW74kW
Dig depth-5,310 - 5,800mm

Sources: Bomag BW 120 AD-5, Hitachi ZX130LCN-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...

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.

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Buy or hire the ZX130LCN-7 if...

  • you want one that is the bigger machine by 11,350kg
  • you want one that has 49kW more power

Aimed at groundworkers and civils contractors who want a mid-size machine with the extra stability of a long-track (LCN) undercarriage. It suits drainage, footings and utility work on soft or made-up ground where a standard-width excavator would struggle.

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Common questions

What is the difference between the Bomag BW 120 AD-5 and the Hitachi ZX130LCN-7?

The Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 is the bigger machine by 11,350kg and has 49kW more power. The Bomag BW 120 AD-5 is a 1.2 tonne class light tandem roller; the Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 is a 13-16 tonne long-undercarriage crawler excavator.

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