Head to head
Bomag BW 80 AD-5 vs Liebherr L556 XPower
The Bomag BW 80 AD-5 is a 0.8 tonne class light tandem roller. The Liebherr L556 XPower is a large wheel loader with xpower power-split driveline.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Bomag BW 80 AD-5 | Liebherr L556 XPower | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1,550kg | 19,600 - 21,600 kg |
| Engine power | 15.1kW | - |
| Tipping load | - | 9,300 - 13,750 kg |
| Bucket capacity | - | 2.80 - 10.00 m3 |
| Rated output ISO 14396 / ECE-R.120 | - | 183 kW / 249 HP |
Sources: Bomag BW 80 AD-5, Liebherr L556 XPower. 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 L556 XPower if...
A large wheel loader for quarry and bulk material handling work. Liebherr's XPower driveline splits power between hydrostatic and mechanical drive to cut fuel use on repetitive load-and-carry cycles.
Listed by
- ChapmanPlant - Bristol, Iron Acton
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bomag BW 80 AD-5 and the Liebherr L556 XPower?
The Bomag BW 80 AD-5 is a 0.8 tonne class light tandem roller; the Liebherr L556 XPower is a large wheel loader with XPower power-split driveline.
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