Head to head
Bomag BW 100 AD-5 vs JCB 35Z-1
The Bomag BW 100 AD-5 has 228kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Bomag BW 100 AD-5 has 228kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Bomag BW 100 AD-5 | JCB 35Z-1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 24,6 kW | 18.4 kW |
| Weight | 2.550 kg | - |
| Working width | 1.000 mm | - |
| Emission stage | Stage V / TIER4f | - |
| Operating weight | - | 3556 kg |
| Dig depth | - | 3.48 m |
| Dump height | - | 3.53 m |
Sources: Bomag BW 100 AD-5, JCB 35Z-1. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the BW 100 AD-5 if...
- you want one that has 228kW more power
A small tandem roller for footpaths, car parks, patch repairs and landscaping. Used by small surfacing gangs and plant hire fleets for asphalt and soil compaction.
Full BW 100 AD-5 specifications →Buy or hire the 35Z-1 if...
A common step up from the 2 to 3 tonne diggers for house foundations, utility trenching and landscaping on tight urban sites. Zero tailswing lets it slew close to walls and traffic.
Full 35Z-1 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Bomag BW 100 AD-5 and the JCB 35Z-1?
The Bomag BW 100 AD-5 has 228kW more power. The Bomag BW 100 AD-5 is a light articulated tandem roller for asphalt and soil; the JCB 35Z-1 is a 3.5 tonne zero-tailswing mini excavator.
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