Head to head
Bomag BW 120 AD-5 vs JCB 86C-2
The JCB 86C-2 is the bigger machine by 5,850kg and has 23kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the JCB 86C-2 is the bigger machine by 5,850kg.
- Engine power: the JCB 86C-2 has 23kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Bomag BW 120 AD-5 | JCB 86C-2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2,750kg | 8600 kg |
| Engine power | 24.6kW | 48 kW |
| Dig depth | - | 4.52 m |
| Dump height | - | 5.39 m |
Sources: Bomag BW 120 AD-5, JCB 86C-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...
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 86C-2 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 5,850kg
- you want one that has 23kW more power
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 120 AD-5 and the JCB 86C-2?
The JCB 86C-2 is the bigger machine by 5,850kg and has 23kW more power. The Bomag BW 120 AD-5 is a 1.2 tonne class light tandem roller; the JCB 86C-2 is a 8.6 tonne conventional-tailswing midi excavator.
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