Head to head
Bomag BW 120 AD-5 vs Mecalac 9MDX
The Mecalac 9MDX has 529kW more power and is the bigger machine by 2,565kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Mecalac 9MDX has 529kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Mecalac 9MDX is the bigger machine by 2,565kg.
Specifications side by side
| Bomag BW 120 AD-5 | Mecalac 9MDX | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2,750kg | 5315 kg (11718 lb) to 5715 kg (12600 lb) |
| Engine power | 24.6kW | 55,4 kW (74 hp) |
| Payload | - | 9000 kg |
| Travel speed | - | 25 km/h |
Sources: Bomag BW 120 AD-5, Mecalac 9MDX. 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 9MDX if...
- you want one that has 529kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 2,565kg
A 9 tonne dumper with a fully enclosed ROPS/FOPS cab for bulk earthmoving, civils and road works on UK sites. Available with front tip or swivel skip.
Full 9MDX specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Bomag BW 120 AD-5 and the Mecalac 9MDX?
The Mecalac 9MDX has 529kW more power and is the bigger machine by 2,565kg. The Bomag BW 120 AD-5 is a 1.2 tonne class light tandem roller; the Mecalac 9MDX is a 9 tonne cabbed site dumper.
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