Head to head
Bomag BW 80 AD-5 vs Takeuchi TB235-2
The Takeuchi TB235-2 is the bigger machine by 1,915kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Takeuchi TB235-2 is the bigger machine by 1,915kg.
Specifications side by side
| Bomag BW 80 AD-5 | Takeuchi TB235-2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1,550kg | 3465 kg |
| Engine power | 15.1kW | - |
| Dig depth | - | 3245 mm |
| Dump height | - | 3595 mm |
| Breakout force | - | 27.1 kN |
Sources: Bomag BW 80 AD-5, Takeuchi TB235-2. 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 TB235-2 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 1,915kg
A popular 3.5 tonne class digger for groundworks, drainage, utilities and landscaping contractors, and a regular hire fleet size. Suits trenching and foundation digging where more reach and lift than a 3 tonne machine is needed.
Full TB235-2 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Bomag BW 80 AD-5 and the Takeuchi TB235-2?
The Takeuchi TB235-2 is the bigger machine by 1,915kg. The Bomag BW 80 AD-5 is a 0.8 tonne class light tandem roller; the Takeuchi TB235-2 is a 3.5 tonne compact excavator.
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