Head to head
Bomag BW 80 AD-5 vs Kubota KX015-4
The Bomag BW 80 AD-5 has 6kW more power and is the bigger machine by 80kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Bomag BW 80 AD-5 has 6kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Bomag BW 80 AD-5 is the bigger machine by 80kg.
Specifications side by side
| Bomag BW 80 AD-5 | Kubota KX015-4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1,550kg | up to 1470kg |
| Engine power | 15.1kW | 9.6kW (13hp) |
| Dig depth | - | 2250mm |
| Width | - | 990mm |
Sources: Bomag BW 80 AD-5, Kubota KX015-4. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the BW 80 AD-5 if...
- you want one that has 6kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 80kg
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 KX015-4 if...
The 1.5 tonne class is the busiest size in UK hire fleets. At 1,470kg it goes on a braked plant trailer behind a large 4x4 or pickup, and digs to 2250mm for footings, drainage runs and fence posts.
Full KX015-4 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Bomag BW 80 AD-5 and the Kubota KX015-4?
The Bomag BW 80 AD-5 has 6kW more power and is the bigger machine by 80kg. The Bomag BW 80 AD-5 is a 0.8 tonne class light tandem roller; the Kubota KX015-4 is a 1.5 tonne class mini excavator.
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