Head to head
Bobcat E19 vs Hamm HD 12i VV
The Hamm HD 12i VV is the bigger machine by 790kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026


Key differences
- Operating weight: the Hamm HD 12i VV is the bigger machine by 790kg.
Specifications side by side
| Bobcat E19 | Hamm HD 12i VV | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1905kg | 2,695 kg |
| Dig depth | 2364mm | - |
| Engine power | 10.1kW | - |
| Breakout force | 12.63kN | - |
| Drum width | - | 1,200 mm |
| Maximum working width | - | 1,250 mm |
| Power ISO 14396 | - | 24.6 kW |
Sources: Bobcat E19, Hamm HD 12i VV. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the E19 if...
The 1.5 tonne class is the busiest size in UK hire fleets. At 1,905kg it goes on a braked plant trailer behind a large 4x4 or pickup, and digs to 2364mm for footings, drainage runs and fence posts.
Listed by
- Compact Plant Sales - Farnham
Buy or hire the HD 12i VV if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 790kg
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 E19 and the Hamm HD 12i VV?
The Hamm HD 12i VV is the bigger machine by 790kg. The Bobcat E19 is a 1.5 tonne class mini excavator; the Hamm HD 12i VV is a tandem roller with two vibration drums.
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