Head to head
Bomag BW 120 AD-5 vs Kubota U10
The Bomag BW 120 AD-5 has 17kW more power and is the bigger machine by 1,550kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Bomag BW 120 AD-5 has 17kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Bomag BW 120 AD-5 is the bigger machine by 1,550kg.
Specifications side by side
| Bomag BW 120 AD-5 | Kubota U10 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2,750kg | 1200kg (2645lb, including operator) |
| Engine power | 24.6kW | 7.6kW (10.3hp) |
| Max dig depth | - | 1.8m (5'11") |
| Bucket digging force | - | 550kg (1212lb) breakout force |
Sources: Bomag BW 120 AD-5, Kubota U10. 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 has 17kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 1,550kg
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 U10 if...
One of the smallest excavators Kubota builds, narrow and light enough to pass through a garden gate or go up in a domestic goods lift. Used for indoor demolition, basement digs and tight garden landscaping.
Listed by
- West Sussex Plant Hire - Hassocks, Keymer
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bomag BW 120 AD-5 and the Kubota U10?
The Bomag BW 120 AD-5 has 17kW more power and is the bigger machine by 1,550kg. The Bomag BW 120 AD-5 is a 1.2 tonne class light tandem roller; the Kubota U10 is a micro excavator.
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