Head to head
Bomag BW 80 AD-5 vs Hitachi ZX85USB-6
The Hitachi ZX85USB-6 is the bigger machine by 6,880kg and has 27kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Hitachi ZX85USB-6 is the bigger machine by 6,880kg.
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX85USB-6 has 27kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Bomag BW 80 AD-5 | Hitachi ZX85USB-6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1,550kg | 8,430 - 9,060kg |
| Engine power | 15.1kW | 42.4kW |
| Dig depth | - | 3,910 - 4,510mm |
Sources: Bomag BW 80 AD-5, Hitachi ZX85USB-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 ZX85USB-6 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 6,880kg
- you want one that has 27kW more power
A popular hire-fleet size for groundworkers and utility contractors who need more reach and dig depth than a mini excavator but still want a zero-swing tail for working close to walls and other plant. Common on drainage and footing jobs on housing sites.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bomag BW 80 AD-5 and the Hitachi ZX85USB-6?
The Hitachi ZX85USB-6 is the bigger machine by 6,880kg and has 27kW more power. The Bomag BW 80 AD-5 is a 0.8 tonne class light tandem roller; the Hitachi ZX85USB-6 is a 8.4-9.1 tonne zero tail swing crawler excavator.
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