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Bomag BW 213 D-5 PL vs JCB 86C-2

The Bomag BW 213 D-5 PL has 902kW more power.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Bomag BW 213 D-5 PL
Bomag BW 213 D-5 PL - image: BOMAG
JCB 86C-2
JCB 86C-2 - image: JCB

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Bomag BW 213 D-5 PLJCB 86C-2
Engine power95,0 kW48 kW
Weight12.600 kg-
Working width2.130 mm-
Emission stageStage V / TIER4f-
Operating weight-8600 kg
Dig depth-4.52 m
Dump height-5.39 m

Sources: Bomag BW 213 D-5 PL, JCB 86C-2. 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 902kW 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 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 213 D-5 PL and the JCB 86C-2?

The Bomag BW 213 D-5 PL has 902kW more power. The Bomag BW 213 D-5 PL is a single drum soil compactor roller; the JCB 86C-2 is a 8.6 tonne conventional-tailswing midi excavator.

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