Head to head
Bomag BW 80 AD-5 vs JCB 3T-2
The JCB 3T-2 is the bigger machine by 795kg and has 4kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the JCB 3T-2 is the bigger machine by 795kg.
- Engine power: the JCB 3T-2 has 4kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Bomag BW 80 AD-5 | JCB 3T-2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1,550kg | 2345 kg |
| Engine power | 15.1kW | 18.9 kW |
| Payload | - | 3000 kg |
Sources: Bomag BW 80 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 80 AD-5 if...
A small articulated tandem roller for compacting asphalt patch repairs and thin overlays where a heavier roller would be overkill, used by groundworkers and utility reinstatement contractors.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Buy or hire the 3T-2 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 795kg
- you want one that has 4kW more power
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 80 AD-5 and the JCB 3T-2?
The JCB 3T-2 is the bigger machine by 795kg and has 4kW more power. The Bomag BW 80 AD-5 is a 0.8 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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