Head to head
Bomag BW 120 AD-5 vs SANY SY26U
The Bomag BW 120 AD-5 has 10kW more power and is the bigger machine by 90kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Bomag BW 120 AD-5 has 10kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Bomag BW 120 AD-5 is the bigger machine by 90kg.
Specifications side by side
| Bomag BW 120 AD-5 | SANY SY26U | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2,750kg | 2,660 kg |
| Engine power | 24.6kW | 14.6 kW at 2,400 rpm |
| Dig depth | - | 2,810 mm |
| Transport width | - | 1,550 mm |
Sources: Bomag BW 120 AD-5, SANY SY26U. 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 10kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 90kg
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 SY26U if...
The SANY SY26U is a 2.6 tonne mini excavator positioned as a value alternative to the established Kubota, JCB and Takeuchi machines in the same size class, sold in the UK through a small number of appointed dealers. SANY's UK presence is newer and thinner than the market leaders, so buyers weigh the lower purchase price against a less mature parts and resale network. It is more often bought outright by owner-operators than stocked in volume by the large national hire fleets.
Full SY26U specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Bomag BW 120 AD-5 and the SANY SY26U?
The Bomag BW 120 AD-5 has 10kW more power and is the bigger machine by 90kg. The Bomag BW 120 AD-5 is a 1.2 tonne class light tandem roller; the SANY SY26U is a a 2.6 tonne mini excavator.
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