Head to head
Bomag BW 120 AD-5 vs Kubota KX018-4
The Bomag BW 120 AD-5 is the bigger machine by 1,030kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Bomag BW 120 AD-5 is the bigger machine by 1,030kg.
Specifications side by side
| Bomag BW 120 AD-5 | Kubota KX018-4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2,750kg | up to 1720kg |
| Engine power | 24.6kW | - |
| Dig depth | - | 2380mm |
| Width | - | 1300mm |
Sources: Bomag BW 120 AD-5, Kubota KX018-4. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the BW 120 AD-5 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 1,030kg
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 KX018-4 if...
The 1.5 tonne class is the busiest size in UK hire fleets. At 1,720kg it goes on a braked plant trailer behind a large 4x4 or pickup, and digs to 2380mm for footings, drainage runs and fence posts.
Full KX018-4 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Bomag BW 120 AD-5 and the Kubota KX018-4?
The Bomag BW 120 AD-5 is the bigger machine by 1,030kg. The Bomag BW 120 AD-5 is a 1.2 tonne class light tandem roller; the Kubota KX018-4 is a 1.5 tonne class mini excavator.
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