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Published dimensions and weight

Bomag BW278

The Bomag BW278 is a vibratory smooth drum roller of about 9.9 t; its 4B3.9 QSB-C130 engine is rated at 130.1 hp.

01Published dimensions and weight
Dimensions reference
Representative category illustration for Vibratory Smooth Drum Roller
Representative category illustration; exact model may differ.Measurement reference — not to scale
01Dimensions referenceLength × width × height
02Operating Weight21750 lb9865.7 kg
03Selected published values22
Published highlights
  • Overall Length: 16.67 ft / 5080 mm
  • Height To Top Of Cab: 8.75 ft / 2667 mm
  • Wheelbase: 10 ft / 3048 mm
  • Ground Clearance: 15 in / 381 mm
Typical use

Vibratory smooth-drum rollers are commonly used to compact soil, aggregate and asphalt layers. Published rows for Bomag BW278 include published drum width of 78 in / 1981 mm, published operating weight of 21750 lb / 9865.7 kg, published engine power of 130.1 hp / 97 kw. These values describe the published configuration; verify the specific machine's configuration, attachments and records.

Buyer review notes
  • Compare the published “Overall Length” field (16.67 ft / 5080 mm) with the specific machine's configuration and records; options and condition can differ.
  • Compare the published “Height To Top Of Cab” field (8.75 ft / 2667 mm) with the specific machine's configuration and records; options and condition can differ.
  • Compare the published “Wheelbase” field (10 ft / 3048 mm) with the specific machine's configuration and records; options and condition can differ.
02Specifications

Published values, clearly grouped.

Published specifications and measurements are organized by section for quick reference.

01

Dimensions

Overall Length16.67 ft5080 mm
Height To Top Of Cab8.75 ft2667 mm
Wheelbase10 ft3048 mm
Ground Clearance15 in381 mm
02

Engine

Engine Make23472347
Engine Model4B3.9 QSB-C1304B3.9 QSB-C130
Gross Power130.1 hp97 kw
03

Operational

Operating Weight21750 lb9865.7 kg
Fuel Capacity60 gal227 L
Cooling System Fluid Capacity4.8 gal18 L
Engine Oil Capacity22.1 gal83.3 L
Max Speed10.1 mph16.1 km/h
Operating Voltage12 V12 V
04

Drum

Drum Width78 in1981 mm
Drum Diameter48 in1219 mm
Static Linear Load967.2 lb/in68 kg/cm
Vibration Frequency 157 Hz57 Hz
Nominal Amplitude - High0.1 in0.6 mm
Vibration Frequency 263 Hz63 Hz
Nominal Amplitude - Low0.1 in0.8 mm
Centrifugal Force - High30349.3 lb135 kN
Centrifugal Force - Low37071 lb164.9 kN
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