Head to head
Bomag BW 80 AD-5 vs Hitachi ZX33U-6
The Hitachi ZX33U-6 is the bigger machine by 1,770kg and has 4kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Hitachi ZX33U-6 is the bigger machine by 1,770kg.
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX33U-6 has 4kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Bomag BW 80 AD-5 | Hitachi ZX33U-6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1,550kg | 3,320 - 3,720kg |
| Engine power | 15.1kW | 18.8kW |
| Dig depth | - | 2,790 - 3,130mm |
Sources: Bomag BW 80 AD-5, Hitachi ZX33U-6. 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 ZX33U-6 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 1,770kg
- you want one that has 4kW more power
A general-purpose mini digger for landscaping, utilities and small groundworks contractors who need to work in gardens, driveways and other access-restricted sites. Its zero tail swing lets it turn on the spot without swinging into fences or walls.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bomag BW 80 AD-5 and the Hitachi ZX33U-6?
The Hitachi ZX33U-6 is the bigger machine by 1,770kg and has 4kW more power. The Bomag BW 80 AD-5 is a 0.8 tonne class light tandem roller; the Hitachi ZX33U-6 is a 3.3-3.7 tonne zero tail swing mini excavator.
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