Head to head
Bomag BW 120 AD-5 vs Hitachi ZX220W-5B
The Hitachi ZX220W-5B is the bigger machine by 18,650kg and has 97kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Hitachi ZX220W-5B is the bigger machine by 18,650kg.
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX220W-5B has 97kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Bomag BW 120 AD-5 | Hitachi ZX220W-5B | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2,750kg | 21,400 - 24,000kg |
| Engine power | 24.6kW | 122kW |
Sources: Bomag BW 120 AD-5, Hitachi ZX220W-5B. 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 ZX220W-5B if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 18,650kg
- you want one that has 97kW more power
A heavier wheeled excavator for contractors who need crawler-excavator-like dig performance with road mobility, such as sewer renewal and larger utility schemes. The two-piece boom gives more flexible reach over obstacles than a monoblock design.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bomag BW 120 AD-5 and the Hitachi ZX220W-5B?
The Hitachi ZX220W-5B is the bigger machine by 18,650kg and has 97kW more power. The Bomag BW 120 AD-5 is a 1.2 tonne class light tandem roller; the Hitachi ZX220W-5B is a 24 tonne wheeled excavator with two-piece boom.
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