Head to head
Bomag BW 80 AD-5 vs Mecalac 6MCR
The Mecalac 6MCR has 539kW more power and is the bigger machine by 4,150kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Mecalac 6MCR has 539kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Mecalac 6MCR is the bigger machine by 4,150kg.
Specifications side by side
| Bomag BW 80 AD-5 | Mecalac 6MCR | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1,550kg | 5700 kg (12,600 lb) / 6100 kg (13,500 lb) |
| Engine power | 15.1kW | 55,4 kW |
| Tail swing radius | - | 1170 mm |
| Travel speed | - | 10 km/h |
Sources: Bomag BW 80 AD-5, Mecalac 6MCR. 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 6MCR if...
- you want one that has 539kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 4,150kg
A compact crawler excavator for utility trenching, landscaping and work between buildings where a 2 tonne class footprint is needed with 6 tonne digging performance. Used by groundworks and utility contractors on tight UK sites.
Full 6MCR specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Bomag BW 80 AD-5 and the Mecalac 6MCR?
The Mecalac 6MCR has 539kW more power and is the bigger machine by 4,150kg. The Bomag BW 80 AD-5 is a 0.8 tonne class light tandem roller; the Mecalac 6MCR is a 6 tonne crawler skid-excavator with compact tail swing.
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