Head to head
Bomag BW 120 AD-5 vs Kubota U27-4
The Bomag BW 120 AD-5 is the bigger machine by 160kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Bomag BW 120 AD-5 is the bigger machine by 160kg.
Specifications side by side
| Bomag BW 120 AD-5 | Kubota U27-4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2,750kg | 2,590kg or 2,490kg depending on variant |
| Engine power | 24.6kW | - |
| Dig depth | - | 2,820mm maximum |
| Maximum reach | - | 4,740mm |
Sources: Bomag BW 120 AD-5, Kubota U27-4. 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 160kg
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 U27-4 if...
The step up from the KX019-4 when you need more depth and reach but still have to work close to walls and fences. Tight tail swing is what makes it usable in an occupied garden, and it is one of the most common hire machines in Britain for exactly that reason.
Listed by
- MY Tool Hire Ltd - Harrow
- Standard Plant Hire - Keston
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bomag BW 120 AD-5 and the Kubota U27-4?
The Bomag BW 120 AD-5 is the bigger machine by 160kg. The Bomag BW 120 AD-5 is a 1.2 tonne class light tandem roller; the Kubota U27-4 is a tight tail swing compact excavator, around 2.5 tonnes.
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