Head to head
Bomag BW 120 AD-5 vs Hitachi ZX225US-7
The Hitachi ZX225US-7 is the bigger machine by 22,050kg and has 104kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
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Key differences
- Operating weight: the Hitachi ZX225US-7 is the bigger machine by 22,050kg.
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX225US-7 has 104kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Bomag BW 120 AD-5 | Hitachi ZX225US-7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2,750kg | 24,800 - 29,100kg |
| Engine power | 24.6kW | 128.4kW (ISO14396) / 122kW (ISO9249) |
| Dig depth | - | 6,120mm |
Sources: Bomag BW 120 AD-5, Hitachi ZX225US-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 ZX225US-7 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 22,050kg
- you want one that has 104kW more power
For contractors working in restricted yards or alongside live structures who still need the dig performance of a 20-tonne-plus machine. The reduced tail swing keeps the counterweight closer to the tracks than a standard crawler excavator of this size.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bomag BW 120 AD-5 and the Hitachi ZX225US-7?
The Hitachi ZX225US-7 is the bigger machine by 22,050kg and has 104kW more power. The Bomag BW 120 AD-5 is a 1.2 tonne class light tandem roller; the Hitachi ZX225US-7 is a 22-29 tonne reduced-tail-swing medium excavator.
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