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Bomag BW 135 AD-5 vs JCB 3CX Compact

The Bomag BW 135 AD-5 has 286kW more power.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Bomag BW 135 AD-5
Bomag BW 135 AD-5 - image: BOMAG
JCB 3CX Compact
JCB 3CX Compact - image: JCB

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Bomag BW 135 AD-5JCB 3CX Compact
Engine power34,1 kW55 kW
Weight4.050 kg-
Working width1.300 mm-
Emission stageStage V / TIER4f-
Operating weight-6070 kg
Dig depth-5 m
Travel Speed-40 kph

Sources: Bomag BW 135 AD-5, JCB 3CX Compact. 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 286kW 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 3CX Compact if...

Aimed at utility, highways and town-centre work where a full-size backhoe will not fit. Used for trenching, loading and breaking out on narrow roads, estates and tight sites.

Full 3CX Compact specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Bomag BW 135 AD-5 and the JCB 3CX Compact?

The Bomag BW 135 AD-5 has 286kW more power. The Bomag BW 135 AD-5 is a light articulated tandem roller for asphalt compaction; the JCB 3CX Compact is a compact backhoe loader about 2 m wide.

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