Head to head
Bomag BW 80 AD-5 vs Kubota U10-3
The Bomag BW 80 AD-5 has 8kW more power and is the bigger machine by 430kg.
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 430kg.
Specifications side by side
| Bomag BW 80 AD-5 | Kubota U10-3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1,550kg | 1120kg |
| Engine power | 15.1kW | 10.2PS |
Sources: Bomag BW 80 AD-5, Kubota U10-3. 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 430kg
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 U10-3 if...
A micro digger. At 1,120kg it is the machine people hire for back gardens, small drainage runs and work inside buildings. It is light enough to move on a small braked plant trailer.
Full U10-3 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Bomag BW 80 AD-5 and the Kubota U10-3?
The Bomag BW 80 AD-5 has 8kW more power and is the bigger machine by 430kg. The Bomag BW 80 AD-5 is a 0.8 tonne class light tandem roller; the Kubota U10-3 is a micro excavator, under 1.3 tonnes.
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