Head to head
Bomag BW 80 AD-5 vs Thwaites 6 Tonne Power Swivel
The Thwaites 6 Tonne Power Swivel has 40kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Thwaites 6 Tonne Power Swivel has 40kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Bomag BW 80 AD-5 | Thwaites 6 Tonne Power Swivel | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 15.1kW | 55.4 kW (74 hp) @ 2200rpm |
| Operating weight | 1,550kg | - |
| Payload | - | 6000 kg |
| Heaped capacity | - | 3150 litres |
| Engine | - | Deutz TCD 3.6 L4 |
Sources: Bomag BW 80 AD-5, Thwaites 6 Tonne Power Swivel. 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 6 Tonne Power Swivel if...
- you want one that has 40kW more power
A 6 tonne dumper whose skip swivels so it can tip to either side, useful for loading into trenches and working along narrow roads or site edges. Used by groundworks and utility contractors on UK sites. A cab is listed as an option.
Full 6 Tonne Power Swivel specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Bomag BW 80 AD-5 and the Thwaites 6 Tonne Power Swivel?
The Thwaites 6 Tonne Power Swivel has 40kW more power. The Bomag BW 80 AD-5 is a 0.8 tonne class light tandem roller; the Thwaites 6 Tonne Power Swivel is a 6 tonne power swivel site dumper.
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