Head to head
Bomag BW 120 AD-5 vs Kubota U48-4
The Kubota U48-4 is the bigger machine by 2,025kg and has 5kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026


Key differences
- Operating weight: the Kubota U48-4 is the bigger machine by 2,025kg.
- Engine power: the Kubota U48-4 has 5kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Bomag BW 120 AD-5 | Kubota U48-4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2,750kg | 4775kg |
| Engine power | 24.6kW | 40.5PS |
Sources: Bomag BW 120 AD-5, Kubota U48-4. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the BW 120 AD-5 if...
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 U48-4 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 2,025kg
- you want one that has 5kW more power
A midi excavator for groundworks, utilities and landscaping contractors. At 4.8 tonnes it arrives on a lorry rather than behind a car.
Listed by
- Standard Plant Hire - Keston
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bomag BW 120 AD-5 and the Kubota U48-4?
The Kubota U48-4 is the bigger machine by 2,025kg and has 5kW more power. The Bomag BW 120 AD-5 is a 1.2 tonne class light tandem roller; the Kubota U48-4 is a midi excavator, 3 to 6 tonnes.
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