Head to head
Bomag BW 120 AD-5 vs Hitachi ZX85USB-6
The Hitachi ZX85USB-6 is the bigger machine by 5,680kg and has 18kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Hitachi ZX85USB-6 is the bigger machine by 5,680kg.
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX85USB-6 has 18kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Bomag BW 120 AD-5 | Hitachi ZX85USB-6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2,750kg | 8,430 - 9,060kg |
| Engine power | 24.6kW | 42.4kW |
| Dig depth | - | 3,910 - 4,510mm |
Sources: Bomag BW 120 AD-5, Hitachi ZX85USB-6. 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 ZX85USB-6 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 5,680kg
- you want one that has 18kW more power
A popular hire-fleet size for groundworkers and utility contractors who need more reach and dig depth than a mini excavator but still want a zero-swing tail for working close to walls and other plant. Common on drainage and footing jobs on housing sites.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bomag BW 120 AD-5 and the Hitachi ZX85USB-6?
The Hitachi ZX85USB-6 is the bigger machine by 5,680kg and has 18kW more power. The Bomag BW 120 AD-5 is a 1.2 tonne class light tandem roller; the Hitachi ZX85USB-6 is a 8.4-9.1 tonne zero tail swing crawler excavator.
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