Head to head
Bomag BW 120 AD-5 vs JCB 3CX Compact
The JCB 3CX Compact has 30kW more power and is the bigger machine by 3,320kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the JCB 3CX Compact has 30kW more power.
- Operating weight: the JCB 3CX Compact is the bigger machine by 3,320kg.
Specifications side by side
| Bomag BW 120 AD-5 | JCB 3CX Compact | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2,750kg | 6070 kg |
| Engine power | 24.6kW | 55 kW |
| Dig depth | - | 5 m |
| Travel Speed | - | 40 kph |
Sources: Bomag BW 120 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 120 AD-5 if...
A compact double-drum roller for groundworks and surfacing contractors compacting asphalt or granular sub-base on driveways, footpaths and small resurfacing jobs. Its articulated frame keeps it manoeuvrable on confined sites.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Buy or hire the 3CX Compact if...
- you want one that has 30kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 3,320kg
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 120 AD-5 and the JCB 3CX Compact?
The JCB 3CX Compact has 30kW more power and is the bigger machine by 3,320kg. The Bomag BW 120 AD-5 is a 1.2 tonne class light tandem roller; the JCB 3CX Compact is a compact backhoe loader about 2 m wide.
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