Head to head
Bomag BW 80 AD-5 vs Mecalac TA6
The Mecalac TA6 has 40kW more power and is the bigger machine by 2,595kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Mecalac TA6 has 40kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Mecalac TA6 is the bigger machine by 2,595kg.
Specifications side by side
| Bomag BW 80 AD-5 | Mecalac TA6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1,550kg | 4145 kg (9138 lb) to 4345 kg (9579 lb) |
| Engine power | 15.1kW | 55 kW (74hp) |
| Payload | - | 6000 kg |
| Travel speed | - | 25 km/h |
Sources: Bomag BW 80 AD-5, Mecalac TA6. 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 TA6 if...
- you want one that has 40kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 2,595kg
A 6 tonne site dumper for groundworks, drainage and general site haulage on UK sites, with a choice of front or swivel skip. It has a foldable ROPS bar with side protection gates.
Full TA6 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Bomag BW 80 AD-5 and the Mecalac TA6?
The Mecalac TA6 has 40kW more power and is the bigger machine by 2,595kg. The Bomag BW 80 AD-5 is a 0.8 tonne class light tandem roller; the Mecalac TA6 is a 6 tonne site dumper with straight or swivel skip.
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