Bomag BW 138 AD-5 Smooth Drum Roller Specs

Category: Smooth Drum Rollers ➔
Manufacturer: Bomag ➔
Model: BW 138 AD-5 ➔

The Bomag BW 138 AD-5 is a smooth drum roller designed for soil compaction and asphalt applications. This model features a single smooth steel drum at the front and pneumatic tires at the rear, providing effective compaction and excellent maneuverability. The BW 138 AD-5 is equipped with a powerful engine and advanced vibration technology to ensure uniform density and surface smoothness. Its ergonomic operator platform and intuitive controls enhance productivity and operator comfort. Commonly used in road construction, parking lots, and landscaping projects, the Bomag BW 138 AD-5 delivers reliable performance, durability, and efficient compaction for medium-sized construction tasks.

General Specifications

Bomag BW 138 AD-5 Smooth Drum Roller General Specifications specifications
DRUM WIDTH	54.30 in (137.92 cm) — Starting 2024 Model Year
ENGINE TYPE	Kubota D2403 — Starting 2024 Model Year
FREQUENCY HZ	50/56 — Starting 2024 Model Year
INSIDE TURN RADIUS	103.00 in (261.62 cm) — Starting 2024 Model Year
WIDTH	57.80 in (146.81 cm) — Starting 2024 Model Year

Brakes

Bomag BW 138 AD-5 Smooth Drum Roller Brakes specifications
Parking Brake	Hydromec
Service Brake	Hydrostatic

Dimensions

Bomag BW 138 AD-5 Smooth Drum Roller Dimensions specifications
Drum Diameter - Front	2.95 ft (0.90 m)
Drum Diameter - Rear	2.95 ft (0.90 m)
Ground Clearance	13.40 in (34.04 cm)
Height To Top Of Cab	6.24 ft (1.90 m)
Overall Length	111.80 in (283.97 cm)
Overall Width	4.82 ft (1.47 m)
Wheelbase	74.80 in (189.99 cm)

Drum

Bomag BW 138 AD-5 Smooth Drum Roller Drum specifications
Centrifugal Force - High	10,116.00 lbs (4,587.76 kg)
Drum Width	54.30 in (137.92 cm)
Nominal Amplitude - High	0.10 in (0.25 cm)
Static Linear Load	86.2 lb/in
Vibration Frequency 1	50 Hz
Vibration Frequency 2	56 Hz

Engine

Bomag BW 138 AD-5 Smooth Drum Roller Engine specifications
Cooling Method	Water
Engine Make	Kubota
Engine Model	V2403
Gross Power	45.10 hp (33.63 kw)
Number Of Cylinders	4
Power Measured @	2400 rpm

Operational

Bomag BW 138 AD-5 Smooth Drum Roller Operational specifications
Fuel Capacity	81.90 gal (309.99 l)
Max Speed	6.20 mph (9.98 kph)
Operating Voltage	12 V
Operating Weight	9,370.00 lbs (4,249.43 kg)

Steering System

Bomag BW 138 AD-5 Smooth Drum Roller Steering System specifications
Steering Method	Hydrostatic
System	Oscillatory Articulation

Weights

Bomag BW 138 AD-5 Smooth Drum Roller Weights specifications
Grossweight	10,362.00 lbs (4,699.32 kg)

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