Head to head
Bomag BW 80 AD-5 vs Kubota KX030-4
The Kubota KX030-4 is the bigger machine by 1,240kg and has 3kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026


Key differences
- Operating weight: the Kubota KX030-4 is the bigger machine by 1,240kg.
- Engine power: the Kubota KX030-4 has 3kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Bomag BW 80 AD-5 | Kubota KX030-4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1,550kg | 2790 kg |
| Engine power | 15.1kW | 17.7 kw |
| Dig depth | - | 2870 mm |
| Width | - | 1500 mm |
Sources: Bomag BW 80 AD-5, Kubota KX030-4. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the BW 80 AD-5 if...
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 KX030-4 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 1,240kg
- you want one that has 3kW more power
A 3 tonne class digger for hire fleets, groundworkers and landscapers on trenching, drainage and foundation work in confined spaces. The reduced overhang helps on tight sites.
Full KX030-4 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Bomag BW 80 AD-5 and the Kubota KX030-4?
The Kubota KX030-4 is the bigger machine by 1,240kg and has 3kW more power. The Bomag BW 80 AD-5 is a 0.8 tonne class light tandem roller; the Kubota KX030-4 is a 2.8 tonne class mini excavator.
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