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Bomag BW 120 AD-5 vs Volvo ECR88D
The Bomag BW 120 AD-5 is a 1.2 tonne class light tandem roller. The Volvo ECR88D is a reduced tail swing excavator.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Bomag BW 120 AD-5 | Volvo ECR88D | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2,750kg | 8,620 - 9,980 kg |
| Engine power | 24.6kW | - |
| Gross power | - | 43 kW |
| Bucket capacity | - | 0.08 - 0.33 m3 |
| Overall width | - | 2,300 mm |
| Overall length | - | 6,370 mm |
Sources: Bomag BW 120 AD-5, Volvo ECR88D. 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 ECR88D if...
An 8-9 tonne reduced tail swing excavator used for groundworks in restricted spaces, common in UK plant hire and plant sales fleets.
Listed by
- Plant and Commercial Sales Limited - Leeds, Holbeck
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bomag BW 120 AD-5 and the Volvo ECR88D?
The Bomag BW 120 AD-5 is a 1.2 tonne class light tandem roller; the Volvo ECR88D is a reduced tail swing excavator.
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