Head to head
Bomag BW 120 AD-5 vs JCB 3T-2
The Bomag BW 120 AD-5 has 6kW more power and is the bigger machine by 405kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Bomag BW 120 AD-5 has 6kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Bomag BW 120 AD-5 is the bigger machine by 405kg.
Specifications side by side
| Bomag BW 120 AD-5 | JCB 3T-2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2,750kg | 2345 kg |
| Engine power | 24.6kW | 18.9 kW |
| Payload | - | 3000 kg |
Sources: Bomag BW 120 AD-5, JCB 3T-2. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the BW 120 AD-5 if...
- you want one that has 6kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 405kg
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 3T-2 if...
A mid-size site dumper for moving spoil, aggregate and concrete on building and landscaping sites. Common on hire fleets for groundworks where a 1 tonne or 6 tonne machine is the wrong size.
Full 3T-2 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Bomag BW 120 AD-5 and the JCB 3T-2?
The Bomag BW 120 AD-5 has 6kW more power and is the bigger machine by 405kg. The Bomag BW 120 AD-5 is a 1.2 tonne class light tandem roller; the JCB 3T-2 is a 3 tonne payload site dumper with front or swivel tip.
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