GetBrent

Head to head

Bomag BW 135 AD-5 vs JCB 35Z-1

The Bomag BW 135 AD-5 has 323kW more power.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Bomag BW 135 AD-5
Bomag BW 135 AD-5 - image: BOMAG
JCB 35Z-1
JCB 35Z-1 - image: JCB

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Bomag BW 135 AD-5JCB 35Z-1
Engine power34,1 kW18.4 kW
Weight4.050 kg-
Working width1.300 mm-
Emission stageStage V / TIER4f-
Operating weight-3556 kg
Dig depth-3.48 m
Dump height-3.53 m

Sources: Bomag BW 135 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 135 AD-5 if...

  • you want one that has 323kW more power

A larger light tandem roller for road repairs, driveways, car parks and small paving jobs. Used by surfacing contractors and hire fleets for asphalt and soil compaction.

Full BW 135 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 135 AD-5 and the JCB 35Z-1?

The Bomag BW 135 AD-5 has 323kW more power. The Bomag BW 135 AD-5 is a light articulated tandem roller for asphalt compaction; the JCB 35Z-1 is a 3.5 tonne zero-tailswing mini excavator.

GetBrent is an independent directory and is not a dealer for, nor affiliated with, either manufacturer. Model and brand names are the trademarks of their owners.