Head to head
Bomag BW 120 AD-5 vs JCB 9T-2
The JCB 9T-2 has 30kW more power and is the bigger machine by 2,650kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the JCB 9T-2 has 30kW more power.
- Operating weight: the JCB 9T-2 is the bigger machine by 2,650kg.
Specifications side by side
| Bomag BW 120 AD-5 | JCB 9T-2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2,750kg | 5,400kg |
| Engine power | 24.6kW | 55kW (74hp) |
| Payload | - | 9,000kg |
Sources: Bomag BW 120 AD-5, JCB 9T-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 9T-2 if...
- you want one that has 30kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 2,650kg
A high-capacity straight-tip dumper for groundworks and civils contractors moving large volumes of spoil or aggregate on bigger sites, where a smaller dumper would mean too many trips. Requires an operator holding the appropriate site dumper category.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bomag BW 120 AD-5 and the JCB 9T-2?
The JCB 9T-2 has 30kW more power and is the bigger machine by 2,650kg. The Bomag BW 120 AD-5 is a 1.2 tonne class light tandem roller; the JCB 9T-2 is a 9 tonne payload site dumper.
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