Head to head
Bomag BW 80 AD-5 vs Hitachi ZX75US-5
The Hitachi ZX75US-5 is the bigger machine by 7,180kg and has 27kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Hitachi ZX75US-5 is the bigger machine by 7,180kg.
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX75US-5 has 27kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Bomag BW 80 AD-5 | Hitachi ZX75US-5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1,550kg | 8730kg (19,244lb) |
| Engine power | 15.1kW | 42.4kW (56.9hp) |
| Max digging depth | - | 4.61m (15'1") |
Sources: Bomag BW 80 AD-5, Hitachi ZX75US-5. 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 ZX75US-5 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 7,180kg
- you want one that has 27kW more power
A 7-8 tonne excavator with a reduced tail swing radius, letting it work close to walls and in restricted urban sites. A common size in UK plant hire fleets for groundworks and drainage.
Listed by
- Red Plant Sales Ltd - Colchester, Frating
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bomag BW 80 AD-5 and the Hitachi ZX75US-5?
The Hitachi ZX75US-5 is the bigger machine by 7,180kg and has 27kW more power. The Bomag BW 80 AD-5 is a 0.8 tonne class light tandem roller; the Hitachi ZX75US-5 is a reduced tail swing excavator.
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