Head to head
Bomag BW 120 AD-5 vs Wacker Neuson ET65
The Wacker Neuson ET65 is the bigger machine by 3,328kg and has 17kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Key differences
- Operating weight: the Wacker Neuson ET65 is the bigger machine by 3,328kg.
- Engine power: the Wacker Neuson ET65 has 17kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Bomag BW 120 AD-5 | Wacker Neuson ET65 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2,750kg | 6,078 to 7,358 kg |
| Engine power | 24.6kW | 42 kW |
| Breakout force | - | 50.7 kN |
| Length | - | 6,137 mm |
| Dig depth | - | 4,184 mm |
| Width | - | 1,950 mm |
| Height | - | 2,478 mm |
Sources: Bomag BW 120 AD-5, Wacker Neuson ET65. 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 ET65 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 3,328kg
- you want one that has 17kW more power
A 6 to 10 tonne machine for site clearance, drainage and bulk digging, often run with a dumper alongside. At 6.1 tonnes it moves on a lorry or low-loader. Dig depth is 4,184 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 ET65?
The Wacker Neuson ET65 is the bigger machine by 3,328kg and has 17kW more power. The Bomag BW 120 AD-5 is a 1.2 tonne class light tandem roller; the Wacker Neuson ET65 is a tracked excavator, 6 to 10 tonnes.
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