Head to head
Bomag BW 80 AD-5 vs Merlo P27.6 PLUS
The Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 539kW more power and is the bigger machine by 3.3 tonnes.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 539kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Merlo P27.6 PLUS is the bigger machine by 3.3 tonnes.
Specifications side by side
| Bomag BW 80 AD-5 | Merlo P27.6 PLUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1,550kg | 4850 kg |
| Engine power | 15.1kW | 55,4 kW at 2,200 rpm |
| Load capacity | - | 2700 kg |
| Lifting height | - | 5.9 m |
Sources: Bomag BW 80 AD-5, Merlo P27.6 PLUS. 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 P27.6 PLUS if...
- you want one that has 539kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 3.3 tonnes
A compact telehandler for building sites, farms, estates and landscaping where space is tight but 2.7 tonne lifts to about 6 metres are needed.
Full P27.6 PLUS specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Bomag BW 80 AD-5 and the Merlo P27.6 PLUS?
The Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 539kW more power and is the bigger machine by 3.3 tonnes. The Bomag BW 80 AD-5 is a 0.8 tonne class light tandem roller; the Merlo P27.6 PLUS is a compact 2.7 tonne telehandler.
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