Head to head
Bomag BW 120 AD-5 vs Hitachi ZX220W-7
The Hitachi ZX220W-7 is the bigger machine by 17,350kg and has 103kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Hitachi ZX220W-7 is the bigger machine by 17,350kg.
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX220W-7 has 103kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Bomag BW 120 AD-5 | Hitachi ZX220W-7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2,750kg | 20,100 - 24,900kg |
| Engine power | 24.6kW | 128kW |
| Dig depth | - | 5,810 - 6,300mm |
Sources: Bomag BW 120 AD-5, Hitachi ZX220W-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 ZX220W-7 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 17,350kg
- you want one that has 103kW more power
Targets larger utility, sewer and civils contractors who need crawler-class digging power on a road-going wheeled chassis. It sits at the top of Hitachi's current wheeled-excavator line, giving extra reach and depth over the 170W and 145W.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bomag BW 120 AD-5 and the Hitachi ZX220W-7?
The Hitachi ZX220W-7 is the bigger machine by 17,350kg and has 103kW more power. The Bomag BW 120 AD-5 is a 1.2 tonne class light tandem roller; the Hitachi ZX220W-7 is a 20-25 tonne wheeled excavator, the largest in Hitachi's ZX-7 wheeled range.
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