Head to head
Bomag BW 120 AD-5 vs Wacker Neuson ET20
The Bomag BW 120 AD-5 has 11kW more power and is the bigger machine by 745kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Key differences
- Engine power: the Bomag BW 120 AD-5 has 11kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Bomag BW 120 AD-5 is the bigger machine by 745kg.
Specifications side by side
| Bomag BW 120 AD-5 | Wacker Neuson ET20 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2,750kg | 2,005 to 2,526 kg |
| Engine power | 24.6kW | 13.8 kW |
| Breakout force | - | 18.8 kN |
| Length | - | 4,049 mm |
| Dig depth | - | 2,683 mm |
| Width | - | 990 mm |
| Height | - | 2,385 mm |
Sources: Bomag BW 120 AD-5, Wacker Neuson ET20. 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 11kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 745kg
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 ET20 if...
A step up for bigger footings, groundworks and landscaping. At 2.0 tonnes it needs a 3.5 tonne plant trailer and a tow vehicle rated for the combined weight, or delivery on a lorry. Maximum dig depth is 2,683 mm.
Listed by
- GEM Plant Sales Limited - Ashford, Sevington, Willesborough
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bomag BW 120 AD-5 and the Wacker Neuson ET20?
The Bomag BW 120 AD-5 has 11kW more power and is the bigger machine by 745kg. The Bomag BW 120 AD-5 is a 1.2 tonne class light tandem roller; the Wacker Neuson ET20 is a 2.5 to 3 tonne class mini excavator.
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