Head to head
Bomag BW 80 AD-5 vs Kubota U27-4
The Kubota U27-4 is the bigger machine by 1,040kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Kubota U27-4 is the bigger machine by 1,040kg.
Specifications side by side
| Bomag BW 80 AD-5 | Kubota U27-4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1,550kg | 2,590kg or 2,490kg depending on variant |
| Engine power | 15.1kW | - |
| Dig depth | - | 2,820mm maximum |
| Maximum reach | - | 4,740mm |
Sources: Bomag BW 80 AD-5, Kubota U27-4. 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 U27-4 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 1,040kg
The step up from the KX019-4 when you need more depth and reach but still have to work close to walls and fences. Tight tail swing is what makes it usable in an occupied garden, and it is one of the most common hire machines in Britain for exactly that reason.
Listed by
- MY Tool Hire Ltd - Harrow
- Standard Plant Hire - Keston
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bomag BW 80 AD-5 and the Kubota U27-4?
The Kubota U27-4 is the bigger machine by 1,040kg. The Bomag BW 80 AD-5 is a 0.8 tonne class light tandem roller; the Kubota U27-4 is a tight tail swing compact excavator, around 2.5 tonnes.
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