Head to head
Bobcat D30 vs Hamm HD 12i VV
The Bobcat D30 is the bigger machine by 1,815kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Bobcat D30 is the bigger machine by 1,815kg.
Specifications side by side
| Bobcat D30 | Hamm HD 12i VV | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 4,510kg | 2,695 kg |
| Load capacity | 3,000kg | - |
| Lift height | 2,030-7,810mm (mast dependent) | - |
| Engine | Stage V diesel, 2,434cc, 45.6kW | - |
| Travel speed | 20km/h | - |
| Drum width | - | 1,200 mm |
| Maximum working width | - | 1,250 mm |
| Power ISO 14396 | - | 24.6 kW |
Sources: Bobcat D30, Hamm HD 12i VV. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the D30 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 1,815kg
A 3-tonne diesel forklift used on building sites and in yards for shifting pallets and building materials. It is bought and hired mainly for outdoor work where a diesel engine and rough-terrain tyres suit it better than an electric truck.
Listed by
- AJ & MJ - Portsmouth, Drayton
Buy or hire the HD 12i VV if...
A compact tandem roller for footpaths, car parks, patching and small asphalt jobs, with dimensions made for easy transport and loading. A fit for surfacing gangs and hire fleets covering smaller compaction work.
Full HD 12i VV specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Bobcat D30 and the Hamm HD 12i VV?
The Bobcat D30 is the bigger machine by 1,815kg. The Bobcat D30 is a diesel counterbalance forklift; the Hamm HD 12i VV is a tandem roller with two vibration drums.
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