Head to head
Bomag BW 80 AD-5 vs Kubota U20
The Bomag BW 80 AD-5 has 2kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Bomag BW 80 AD-5 has 2kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Bomag BW 80 AD-5 | Kubota U20 | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 15.1kW | 13.5kW / 19hp |
| Operating weight | 1,550kg | - |
| Machine weight | - | 2,380kg (cab) / 2,180kg (canopy) |
| Max dig depth | - | 2,540mm |
| Max width | - | 1,500mm |
| Travel speed | - | 2.2 / 4.2km/h |
Sources: Bomag BW 80 AD-5, Kubota U20. 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 2kW more power
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 U20 if...
A compact zero-tailswing excavator sized to fit through a domestic gateway, used for groundworks, drainage and garden landscaping jobs where space is tight.
Listed by
- West Sussex Plant Hire - Hassocks, Keymer
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bomag BW 80 AD-5 and the Kubota U20?
The Bomag BW 80 AD-5 has 2kW more power. The Bomag BW 80 AD-5 is a 0.8 tonne class light tandem roller; the Kubota U20 is a 2-tonne class mini excavator.
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