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BOMAG BW 213 D-5

The 13-tonne soil compactor benchmark

The BOMAG BW 213 D-5 is a 13-tonne single-drum roller for earthworks, available with smooth or padfoot drums and BOMAG’s intelligent compaction options.

Alexey Puzanov ByAlexey Puzanov Updated 1 min read
BOMAG BW 213 single-drum roller (DH-4 version pictured)
BOMAG BW 213 single-drum roller (DH-4 version pictured)

Photo: Martin Hawlisch (LosHawlos), CC BY-SA 3.0 · license

+Strengths

  • Strong compaction performance
  • Intelligent compaction options
  • Good gradeability

−Watch-outs

  • Premium price compared with Chinese rollers

Overview

BOMAG's model codes are logical: BW = BOMAG Walze (roller), 2 = class, 13 = approximately 13 tonnes, D = smooth drum (PD for padfoot), -5 = generation. The BW 213 D-5 is one of the most widely used soil compactors in Europe.

Features

BOMAG offers ECONOMIZER compaction meters and Variocontrol directed vibration systems that adjust automatically to the material. A well-sealed cab and low noise levels make long shifts easier.

The photo shows the earlier DH-4 version.

BOMAG BW 213 D-5 specifications

Operating weight≈13,000 kg (28,700 lb)
Drum width≈2.13 m (84 in)
Engine power≈100 kW (134 hp)
DrumSmooth or padfoot
Compaction measurementBCM / Variocontrol options

Figures are typical for standard configurations as published by BOMAG. Values vary by market, emissions tier, attachments and options; confirm with your dealer before purchase, transport or lifting.

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Sources and further reading

  1. BOMAG – single drum rollers (bomag.com)
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