Head to head
Bomag BW 120 AD-5 vs Mecalac TA6
The Mecalac TA6 has 30kW more power and is the bigger machine by 1,395kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Mecalac TA6 has 30kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Mecalac TA6 is the bigger machine by 1,395kg.
Specifications side by side
| Bomag BW 120 AD-5 | Mecalac TA6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2,750kg | 4145 kg (9138 lb) to 4345 kg (9579 lb) |
| Engine power | 24.6kW | 55 kW (74hp) |
| Payload | - | 6000 kg |
| Travel speed | - | 25 km/h |
Sources: Bomag BW 120 AD-5, Mecalac TA6. 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 TA6 if...
- you want one that has 30kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 1,395kg
A 6 tonne site dumper for groundworks, drainage and general site haulage on UK sites, with a choice of front or swivel skip. It has a foldable ROPS bar with side protection gates.
Full TA6 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Bomag BW 120 AD-5 and the Mecalac TA6?
The Mecalac TA6 has 30kW more power and is the bigger machine by 1,395kg. The Bomag BW 120 AD-5 is a 1.2 tonne class light tandem roller; the Mecalac TA6 is a 6 tonne site dumper with straight or swivel skip.
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