Head to head
Bomag BW 80 AD-5 vs JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel
The JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel is the bigger machine by 3,290kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel is the bigger machine by 3,290kg.
Specifications side by side
| Bomag BW 80 AD-5 | JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1,550kg | 4,840kg |
| Engine power | 15.1kW | - |
| Skip capacity | - | 3,191 litres (heaped) |
Sources: Bomag BW 80 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 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 6ST-2S5 Swivel if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 3,290kg
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 80 AD-5 and the JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel?
The JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel is the bigger machine by 3,290kg. The Bomag BW 80 AD-5 is a 0.8 tonne class light tandem roller; the JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel is a 6 tonne swivel-skip site dumper.
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