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Bomag BW 80 AD-5 vs Hitachi ZX210LC-7

The Hitachi ZX210LC-7 is the bigger machine by 20,350kg and has 113kW more power.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

BW 80 AD-5
Bomag BW 80 AD-5
Hitachi ZX210LC-7
Hitachi ZX210LC-7 - image: Hitachi Construction Machinery

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Bomag BW 80 AD-5Hitachi ZX210LC-7
Operating weight1,550kg21,900 - 23,900kg
Engine power15.1kW128.4kW (ISO14396) / 122kW (ISO9249)
Dig depth-6,180mm

Sources: Bomag BW 80 AD-5, Hitachi ZX210LC-7. 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.

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Full BW 80 AD-5 specifications →

Buy or hire the ZX210LC-7 if...

  • you want one that is the bigger machine by 20,350kg
  • you want one that has 113kW more power

A mainstream medium excavator for groundworks, bulk dig and drainage contractors who need reliable output without stepping up to a large-plant class. A common size for muckshifting and foundation packages on housing and commercial sites.

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Full ZX210LC-7 specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Bomag BW 80 AD-5 and the Hitachi ZX210LC-7?

The Hitachi ZX210LC-7 is the bigger machine by 20,350kg and has 113kW more power. The Bomag BW 80 AD-5 is a 0.8 tonne class light tandem roller; the Hitachi ZX210LC-7 is a 21-24 tonne long-undercarriage crawler excavator.

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