Head to head
Bomag BW 80 AD-5 vs Wacker Neuson ET20
The Wacker Neuson ET20 is the bigger machine by 455kg. The Bomag BW 80 AD-5 has 1kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Wacker Neuson ET20 is the bigger machine by 455kg.
- Engine power: the Bomag BW 80 AD-5 has 1kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Bomag BW 80 AD-5 | Wacker Neuson ET20 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1,550kg | 2,005 to 2,526 kg |
| Engine power | 15.1kW | 13.8 kW |
| Breakout force | - | 18.8 kN |
| Length | - | 4,049 mm |
| Dig depth | - | 2,683 mm |
| Width | - | 990 mm |
| Height | - | 2,385 mm |
Sources: Bomag BW 80 AD-5, Wacker Neuson ET20. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the BW 80 AD-5 if...
- you want one that has 1kW more power
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 ET20 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 455kg
A step up for bigger footings, groundworks and landscaping. At 2.0 tonnes it needs a 3.5 tonne plant trailer and a tow vehicle rated for the combined weight, or delivery on a lorry. Maximum dig depth is 2,683 mm.
Full ET20 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Bomag BW 80 AD-5 and the Wacker Neuson ET20?
The Wacker Neuson ET20 is the bigger machine by 455kg. The Bomag BW 80 AD-5 has 1kW more power. The Bomag BW 80 AD-5 is a 0.8 tonne class light tandem roller; the Wacker Neuson ET20 is a 2.5 to 3 tonne class mini excavator.
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