Head to head
Bomag BW 120 AD-5 vs Hitachi ZX135USB-7
The Hitachi ZX135USB-7 is the bigger machine by 11,050kg and has 49kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Hitachi ZX135USB-7 is the bigger machine by 11,050kg.
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX135USB-7 has 49kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Bomag BW 120 AD-5 | Hitachi ZX135USB-7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2,750kg | 13,800 - 16,000kg |
| Engine power | 24.6kW | 74kW (ISO14396) / 73kW (ISO9249) |
Sources: Bomag BW 120 AD-5, Hitachi ZX135USB-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.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Buy or hire the ZX135USB-7 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 11,050kg
- you want one that has 49kW more power
Built for sites with tight working margins - roadside, urban and confined yards - where a swinging counterweight would foul walls, parked vehicles or passing traffic. Popular with utility and demolition contractors working close to structures.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bomag BW 120 AD-5 and the Hitachi ZX135USB-7?
The Hitachi ZX135USB-7 is the bigger machine by 11,050kg and has 49kW more power. The Bomag BW 120 AD-5 is a 1.2 tonne class light tandem roller; the Hitachi ZX135USB-7 is a 13 tonne zero tail swing crawler excavator.
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