Head to head
Bomag BW 80 AD-5 vs JCB 9T-2
The JCB 9T-2 has 40kW more power and is the bigger machine by 3,850kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the JCB 9T-2 has 40kW more power.
- Operating weight: the JCB 9T-2 is the bigger machine by 3,850kg.
Specifications side by side
| Bomag BW 80 AD-5 | JCB 9T-2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1,550kg | 5,400kg |
| Engine power | 15.1kW | 55kW (74hp) |
| Payload | - | 9,000kg |
Sources: Bomag BW 80 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 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 9T-2 if...
- you want one that has 40kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 3,850kg
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 80 AD-5 and the JCB 9T-2?
The JCB 9T-2 has 40kW more power and is the bigger machine by 3,850kg. The Bomag BW 80 AD-5 is a 0.8 tonne class light tandem roller; the JCB 9T-2 is a 9 tonne payload site dumper.
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