Head to head
Bomag BW 80 AD-5 vs Kubota U48-4
The Kubota U48-4 is the bigger machine by 3,225kg and has 15kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Kubota U48-4 is the bigger machine by 3,225kg.
- Engine power: the Kubota U48-4 has 15kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Bomag BW 80 AD-5 | Kubota U48-4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1,550kg | 4775kg |
| Engine power | 15.1kW | 40.5PS |
Sources: Bomag BW 80 AD-5, Kubota U48-4. 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 U48-4 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 3,225kg
- you want one that has 15kW more power
A midi excavator for groundworks, utilities and landscaping contractors. At 4.8 tonnes it arrives on a lorry rather than behind a car.
Listed by
- Standard Plant Hire - Keston
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bomag BW 80 AD-5 and the Kubota U48-4?
The Kubota U48-4 is the bigger machine by 3,225kg and has 15kW more power. The Bomag BW 80 AD-5 is a 0.8 tonne class light tandem roller; the Kubota U48-4 is a midi excavator, 3 to 6 tonnes.
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