Head to head
Bomag BW 120 AD-5 vs JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel
The JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel is the bigger machine by 2,090kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Key differences
- Operating weight: the JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel is the bigger machine by 2,090kg.
Specifications side by side
| Bomag BW 120 AD-5 | JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2,750kg | 4,840kg |
| Engine power | 24.6kW | - |
| Skip capacity | - | 3,191 litres (heaped) |
Sources: Bomag BW 120 AD-5, JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel. 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 6ST-2S5 Swivel if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 2,090kg
Suits groundworkers who need to tip to the side or rear without turning the whole machine, useful in trenches or narrow access where reversing to line up a straight-tip skip is awkward. The 6 tonne capacity sits in the middle of JCB's swivel dumper range.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bomag BW 120 AD-5 and the JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel?
The JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel is the bigger machine by 2,090kg. The Bomag BW 120 AD-5 is a 1.2 tonne class light tandem roller; the JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel is a 6 tonne swivel-skip site dumper.
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