BOMAG BW 100 SL-5 — Light Articulated Tandem Roller
Compact yet powerful — designed for precision asphalt compaction and patch work
The BW 100 SL-5 from BOMAG blends maneuverability, advanced compaction control, and operator comfort into a compact yet capable tandem roller — ideal for paving patchwork, sidewalks, repair jobs, and finishing work. Its articulation, ergonomic design, and onboard intelligence features make it a smart choice for efficient asphalt compaction.
Key Specifications & Features
| Feature | Specification / Description |
|---|---|
| Operating Weight | 5,181 lb (≈ 2,350 kg) bomag.com+1 |
| Drum / Roller Width | 39.4 in (1,000 mm) smsequipment.com+1 |
| Engine / Power | Kubota D1703, approx. 25 hp (18.5 kW) smsequipment.com+2constructionequipmentguide.com+2 |
| Emission Level | Tier 4 Final / Stage V compliant bomag.com+2smsequipment.com+2 |
| Centrifugal Force (High) | ~ 7,644 lbf (≈ 3,467 kgf) constructionequipmentguide.com |
| Vibration / Frequency | 72 vpm (vibrations per minute) constructionequipmentguide.com |
| Travel Speed | Up to ~ 6 mph (≈ 9.7 km/h) constructionequipmentguide.com |
| Spray / Water System | Integral sprinkler system for drum wetting under all conditions bomag.com+1 |
| Steering / Articulation | Articulated frame with oscillation for tight turning and contouring bomag.com+1 |
| Compaction Control | “ECONOMIZER” display warns when compaction goals are reached, reducing overpasses bomag.com+1 |
| Serviceability | Lubrication-free joints, easy access to engine, water pump, and central electrics for simplified maintenance bomag.com+1 |
| Operator Environment | Spacious operator platform, intuitive control lever, good visibility to drum edges bomag.com+1 |
