Head to head
Bomag BW 80 AD-5 vs Hitachi ZX220W-5B
The Hitachi ZX220W-5B is the bigger machine by 19,850kg and has 107kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Hitachi ZX220W-5B is the bigger machine by 19,850kg.
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX220W-5B has 107kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Bomag BW 80 AD-5 | Hitachi ZX220W-5B | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1,550kg | 21,400 - 24,000kg |
| Engine power | 15.1kW | 122kW |
Sources: Bomag BW 80 AD-5, Hitachi ZX220W-5B. 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 ZX220W-5B if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 19,850kg
- you want one that has 107kW more power
A heavier wheeled excavator for contractors who need crawler-excavator-like dig performance with road mobility, such as sewer renewal and larger utility schemes. The two-piece boom gives more flexible reach over obstacles than a monoblock design.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bomag BW 80 AD-5 and the Hitachi ZX220W-5B?
The Hitachi ZX220W-5B is the bigger machine by 19,850kg and has 107kW more power. The Bomag BW 80 AD-5 is a 0.8 tonne class light tandem roller; the Hitachi ZX220W-5B is a 24 tonne wheeled excavator with two-piece boom.
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