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Bomag BW 120 AD-5 vs JCB JS131LC
The JCB JS131LC has 30kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the JCB JS131LC has 30kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Bomag BW 120 AD-5 | JCB JS131LC | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2,750kg | 13,995-14,288kg (30,845-31,499lb) |
| Engine power | 24.6kW | 55kW (74hp) |
| Max bucket tearout | - | 20,660lbf |
| Max digging depth | - | 4.85m to 6.10m depending on dipper |
Sources: Bomag BW 120 AD-5, JCB JS131LC. 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 JS131LC if...
- you want one that has 30kW more power
A 13-14 tonne tracked excavator used for general groundworks, drainage and foundation digging. A mainstay size class for medium plant hire fleets.
Listed by
- Red Plant Sales Ltd - Colchester, Frating
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bomag BW 120 AD-5 and the JCB JS131LC?
The JCB JS131LC has 30kW more power. The Bomag BW 120 AD-5 is a 1.2 tonne class light tandem roller; the JCB JS131LC is a tracked excavator.
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