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Bomag BW 120 AD-5 vs Kubota U36-4

The Bomag BW 120 AD-5 has 7kW more power. The Kubota U36-4 is the bigger machine by 1,005kg.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Bomag BW 120 AD-5
Bomag BW 120 AD-5 - image: macgregorsupplies.co.uk
Kubota U36-4
Kubota U36-4 - image: Kubota (U.K.) Limited

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Bomag BW 120 AD-5Kubota U36-4
Operating weight2,750kg3755 kg
Engine power24.6kW17.8 kw
Dig depth-3410 mm
Width-1700 mm

Sources: Bomag BW 120 AD-5, Kubota U36-4. 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 has 7kW 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.

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Full BW 120 AD-5 specifications →

Buy or hire the U36-4 if...

  • you want one that is the bigger machine by 1,005kg

A zero-tail swing digger for builders, utility firms and hire fleets working beside walls, fences and live traffic. Common for trenching, foundations and drainage on urban sites.

Full U36-4 specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Bomag BW 120 AD-5 and the Kubota U36-4?

The Bomag BW 120 AD-5 has 7kW more power. The Kubota U36-4 is the bigger machine by 1,005kg. The Bomag BW 120 AD-5 is a 1.2 tonne class light tandem roller; the Kubota U36-4 is a 3.5 tonne zero-tail swing compact excavator.

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