Head to head
Bomag BW 80 AD-5 vs JCB 8008 CTS
The Bomag BW 80 AD-5 is the bigger machine by 544kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Bomag BW 80 AD-5 is the bigger machine by 544kg.
Specifications side by side
| Bomag BW 80 AD-5 | JCB 8008 CTS | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1,550kg | 1,006 kg |
| Engine power | 15.1kW | - |
| Dig depth | - | 1.69 m |
| Transport width | - | 0.7 m |
| Transport length | - | 2.68 m |
Sources: Bomag BW 80 AD-5, JCB 8008 CTS. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the BW 80 AD-5 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 544kg
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 8008 CTS if...
The JCB 8008 CTS is a micro excavator sized to fit through a standard doorway, making it a fixture on UK internal strip-out, basement and confined-access hire fleets. Its short tail swing lets it work close to walls in spaces a 1.5-2 tonne machine cannot reach. It is typically hired for a specific job rather than bought outright.
Listed by
- Compact Plant Sales - Farnham
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bomag BW 80 AD-5 and the JCB 8008 CTS?
The Bomag BW 80 AD-5 is the bigger machine by 544kg. The Bomag BW 80 AD-5 is a 0.8 tonne class light tandem roller; the JCB 8008 CTS is a a sub-1 tonne micro excavator for confined-space and internal demolition work.
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