Head to head
Bomag BW 120 AD-5 vs Merlo P30.10
The Merlo P30.10 has 529kW more power and is the bigger machine by 4,850kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Merlo P30.10 has 529kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Merlo P30.10 is the bigger machine by 4,850kg.
Specifications side by side
| Bomag BW 120 AD-5 | Merlo P30.10 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2,750kg | 7600 kg |
| Engine power | 24.6kW | 55,4 kW at 2,200 rpm |
| Load capacity | - | 3000 kg |
| Lifting height | - | 9.8 m |
Sources: Bomag BW 120 AD-5, Merlo P30.10. 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 P30.10 if...
- you want one that has 529kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 4,850kg
A telehandler with a 3 tonne capacity and a lift of nearly 10 metres, for building and construction work such as loading roofs and upper floors on UK sites.
Full P30.10 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Bomag BW 120 AD-5 and the Merlo P30.10?
The Merlo P30.10 has 529kW more power and is the bigger machine by 4,850kg. The Bomag BW 120 AD-5 is a 1.2 tonne class light tandem roller; the Merlo P30.10 is a 3 tonne telehandler with 10 metre class lift.
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