New BOMAG roller designed for sensitive, tight, or steep job sites

BOMAG's new roller features three compaction modes — high and low amplitudes plus oscillation — designed for a range of soil compaction applications on small and medium construction sites. Part of BOMAG's Performance Line, the versatile new BOMAG BW 177 BVO-5 PL single drum roller has been engineered to work on granular and mixed soil compaction on challenging subgrades or on sensitive applications such as compacting backfill over pipelines or close to buildings.

With oscillation compaction technology, this roller offers an optional padfoot segment kit, which enhances compaction efficiency of silt and clay material.

Simple to operate, a single rotary dial allows the operator to quickly select compaction modes and adapt machine output to site conditions. Offering a 140.8-pound/inch (25.1-kilogram/centimetre) static linear load, the machine's high amplitude delivers 33,720 pounds (150 kN) centrifugal force to effectively compact lift thicknesses reaching 31.5 inches (80 centimetres) for rock fill, 19.7 inches (50 centimetres) gravel, and 15.7 inches (40 centimetres) mixed soils.

With its 66.5-inch (170-millimetre) wide drum width, the new BW 177 BVO-5 PL delivers up to 968 square yards per hour (740 square metres per hour) compaction output, depending on material type and compaction mode.

Designed for maximum efficiency on steep terrain

The BW 177 BVO-5 PL delivers efficient performance on the most demanding jobs, says the company. Its dual pump system plus self-locking differential allows the machine to achieve up to 60 percent gradeability in forward and reverse, making it useful for steep terrain projects. Its articulating/oscillating joint provides +/- 12º oscillation, ensuring the drum stays in contact with material when working in poor underfoot conditions.

Leveraging ECOMODE operation, the new single drum roller keeps the engine running at the optimum RPM range at all times for up to 30 percent fuel savings. Further helping to reduce fuel consumption and lower wear costs, available BOMAG ECOSTOP technology automatically switches off the engine after five to 15 minutes of idling with shut-off time adjustable by the operator.

A single lever allows the operator to control machine forward/reverse travel direction at speeds reaching 10 mph (16 kmph). The roller's operator cab design helps to provide fatigue-free operation, even over extended periods, while all-around machine visibility improves operating safety.

Technology for productivity

Equipping the new roller with optional BOMAG TERRAMETER technologies helps to eliminate unnecessary passes to improve compaction efficiency and reduce overall costs. TERRAMETER uses two sensors to measure material stiffness, alert the operator in real time when compaction is achieved and ensure weak spots are detected. 

The new BW 177 BVO-5 PL roller is designed for simple and efficient maintenance. There are no lubrication points on the roller, and the oscillating/articulating joint is maintenance-free. All critical engine components like the dipstick, filter, and filling points are quickly accessed from ground level. Drum rubber vibration isolation buffers can be replaced without dismantling the frame.