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Bomag BW 213 D-5 PL vs JCB 3CX Compact
The Bomag BW 213 D-5 PL has 895kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Bomag BW 213 D-5 PL has 895kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Bomag BW 213 D-5 PL | JCB 3CX Compact | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 95,0 kW | 55 kW |
| Weight | 12.600 kg | - |
| Working width | 2.130 mm | - |
| Emission stage | Stage V / TIER4f | - |
| Operating weight | - | 6070 kg |
| Dig depth | - | 5 m |
| Travel Speed | - | 40 kph |
Sources: Bomag BW 213 D-5 PL, JCB 3CX Compact. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the BW 213 D-5 PL if...
- you want one that has 895kW more power
A 12 tonne class single drum roller for compacting soil, stone and fill on road, housing and groundworks schemes. Bought or hired by earthworks and civils contractors for bulk compaction.
Full BW 213 D-5 PL 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 213 D-5 PL and the JCB 3CX Compact?
The Bomag BW 213 D-5 PL has 895kW more power. The Bomag BW 213 D-5 PL is a single drum soil compactor roller; the JCB 3CX Compact is a compact backhoe loader about 2 m wide.
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