Head to head
Bomag BW 120 AD-5 vs Hitachi ZX75US-5
The Hitachi ZX75US-5 is the bigger machine by 5,980kg and has 18kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Hitachi ZX75US-5 is the bigger machine by 5,980kg.
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX75US-5 has 18kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Bomag BW 120 AD-5 | Hitachi ZX75US-5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2,750kg | 8730kg (19,244lb) |
| Engine power | 24.6kW | 42.4kW (56.9hp) |
| Max digging depth | - | 4.61m (15'1") |
Sources: Bomag BW 120 AD-5, Hitachi ZX75US-5. 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 ZX75US-5 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 5,980kg
- you want one that has 18kW more power
A 7-8 tonne excavator with a reduced tail swing radius, letting it work close to walls and in restricted urban sites. A common size in UK plant hire fleets for groundworks and drainage.
Listed by
- Red Plant Sales Ltd - Colchester, Frating
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bomag BW 120 AD-5 and the Hitachi ZX75US-5?
The Hitachi ZX75US-5 is the bigger machine by 5,980kg and has 18kW more power. The Bomag BW 120 AD-5 is a 1.2 tonne class light tandem roller; the Hitachi ZX75US-5 is a reduced tail swing excavator.
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