Head to head
Bomag BW 120 AD-5 vs Kubota U20
The Bomag BW 120 AD-5 has 11kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Bomag BW 120 AD-5 has 11kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Bomag BW 120 AD-5 | Kubota U20 | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 24.6kW | 13.5kW / 19hp |
| Operating weight | 2,750kg | - |
| Machine weight | - | 2,380kg (cab) / 2,180kg (canopy) |
| Max dig depth | - | 2,540mm |
| Max width | - | 1,500mm |
| Travel speed | - | 2.2 / 4.2km/h |
Sources: Bomag BW 120 AD-5, Kubota U20. 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 11kW more power
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 U20 if...
A compact zero-tailswing excavator sized to fit through a domestic gateway, used for groundworks, drainage and garden landscaping jobs where space is tight.
Listed by
- West Sussex Plant Hire - Hassocks, Keymer
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bomag BW 120 AD-5 and the Kubota U20?
The Bomag BW 120 AD-5 has 11kW more power. The Bomag BW 120 AD-5 is a 1.2 tonne class light tandem roller; the Kubota U20 is a 2-tonne class mini excavator.
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