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Bomag BW 135 AD-5 vs JCB 86C-2
The Bomag BW 135 AD-5 has 293kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Bomag BW 135 AD-5 has 293kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Bomag BW 135 AD-5 | JCB 86C-2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 34,1 kW | 48 kW |
| Weight | 4.050 kg | - |
| Working width | 1.300 mm | - |
| Emission stage | Stage V / TIER4f | - |
| Operating weight | - | 8600 kg |
| Dig depth | - | 4.52 m |
| Dump height | - | 5.39 m |
Sources: Bomag BW 135 AD-5, JCB 86C-2. 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 293kW 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 86C-2 if...
Used by groundworks and civils contractors for deeper trenching, pipe laying and loading on housing and utility sites. Hire fleets stock it as the step between mini diggers and full-size excavators.
Full 86C-2 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Bomag BW 135 AD-5 and the JCB 86C-2?
The Bomag BW 135 AD-5 has 293kW more power. The Bomag BW 135 AD-5 is a light articulated tandem roller for asphalt compaction; the JCB 86C-2 is a 8.6 tonne conventional-tailswing midi excavator.
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