Head to head
Bomag BW 80 AD-5 vs Caterpillar D6N
The Caterpillar D6N is the bigger machine by 15,207kg and has 109kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Caterpillar D6N is the bigger machine by 15,207kg.
- Engine power: the Caterpillar D6N has 109kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Bomag BW 80 AD-5 | Caterpillar D6N | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1,550kg | 16757kg (36,943lb) |
| Engine power | 15.1kW | 124kW (166hp) at 1800rpm |
| Blade capacity | - | 3.90m3 (LGP VPAT) to 4.30m3 (XL SU) |
| Engine | - | Cat C7.1 ACERT |
Sources: Bomag BW 80 AD-5, Caterpillar D6N. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the BW 80 AD-5 if...
A small articulated tandem roller for compacting asphalt patch repairs and thin overlays where a heavier roller would be overkill, used by groundworkers and utility reinstatement contractors.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Buy or hire the D6N if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 15,207kg
- you want one that has 109kW more power
A mid-size dozer used for earthmoving, site clearance and haul road maintenance. The VPAT blade option lets one machine angle, tilt and pitch for grading as well as straight pushing.
Listed by
- B & T Plant Hire - Gravesend
- B & T Plant Hire Ltd - Morden
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bomag BW 80 AD-5 and the Caterpillar D6N?
The Caterpillar D6N is the bigger machine by 15,207kg and has 109kW more power. The Bomag BW 80 AD-5 is a 0.8 tonne class light tandem roller; the Caterpillar D6N is a medium crawler dozer.
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