Head to head
Bomag BW 80 AD-5 vs Kubota U10
The Bomag BW 80 AD-5 has 8kW more power and is the bigger machine by 350kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Key differences
- Engine power: the Bomag BW 80 AD-5 has 8kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Bomag BW 80 AD-5 is the bigger machine by 350kg.
Specifications side by side
| Bomag BW 80 AD-5 | Kubota U10 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1,550kg | 1200kg (2645lb, including operator) |
| Engine power | 15.1kW | 7.6kW (10.3hp) |
| Max dig depth | - | 1.8m (5'11") |
| Bucket digging force | - | 550kg (1212lb) breakout force |
Sources: Bomag BW 80 AD-5, Kubota U10. 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 8kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 350kg
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 U10 if...
One of the smallest excavators Kubota builds, narrow and light enough to pass through a garden gate or go up in a domestic goods lift. Used for indoor demolition, basement digs and tight garden landscaping.
Listed by
- West Sussex Plant Hire - Hassocks, Keymer
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bomag BW 80 AD-5 and the Kubota U10?
The Bomag BW 80 AD-5 has 8kW more power and is the bigger machine by 350kg. The Bomag BW 80 AD-5 is a 0.8 tonne class light tandem roller; the Kubota U10 is a micro excavator.
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