Head to head
Bomag BW 120 AD-5 vs Wacker Neuson DPU100-70
The Bomag BW 120 AD-5 is the bigger machine by 2,070kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Bomag BW 120 AD-5 is the bigger machine by 2,070kg.
Specifications side by side
| Bomag BW 120 AD-5 | Wacker Neuson DPU100-70 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2,750kg | 680kg (710kg with extension plates) |
| Engine power | 24.6kW | - |
| Centrifugal force | - | 100kN |
| Plate width | - | 700mm (970mm with extension plates) |
| Travel speed | - | 30m/min forward, 28m/min reverse |
| Engine | - | Lombardini 12 LD 475, 15.0kW max at 3,000rpm |
Sources: Bomag BW 120 AD-5, Wacker Neuson DPU100-70. 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 is the bigger machine by 2,070kg
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 DPU100-70 if...
A heavy reversible plate compactor for granular sub-base and asphalt work, too large for garden or driveway jobs. Its weight and centrifugal force suit groundworkers compacting trench backfill and road sub-base rather than small landscaping tasks.
Listed by
- Baz plant Sales agricultural plant and machinery dealer - Chesterfield
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bomag BW 120 AD-5 and the Wacker Neuson DPU100-70?
The Bomag BW 120 AD-5 is the bigger machine by 2,070kg. The Bomag BW 120 AD-5 is a 1.2 tonne class light tandem roller; the Wacker Neuson DPU100-70 is a reversible vibratory plate compactor, diesel.
GetBrent is an independent directory and is not a dealer for, nor affiliated with, either manufacturer. Model and brand names are the trademarks of their owners.