Head to head
Caterpillar 352F vs Hamm HD 12i VV
The Caterpillar 352F is the bigger machine by 113,005kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Caterpillar 352F is the bigger machine by 113,005kg.
Specifications side by side
| Caterpillar 352F | Hamm HD 12i VV | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 115,700lb (~52.5 tonnes) | 2,695 kg |
| Engine | Cat C13 ACERT, 417hp net | - |
| Fuel capacity | 190 US gallons | - |
| Max travel speed | 2.9mph | - |
| Drum width | - | 1,200 mm |
| Maximum working width | - | 1,250 mm |
| Power ISO 14396 | - | 24.6 kW |
Sources: Caterpillar 352F, Hamm HD 12i VV. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 352F if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 113,005kg
A large excavator for bulk earthmoving and quarry-scale digging rather than site groundworks. Contractors hire it for big-volume dig and load jobs where a mid-size machine would be too slow.
Listed by
- Daly Plant Hire Ltd - Tadworth, Kingswood
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 Caterpillar 352F and the Hamm HD 12i VV?
The Caterpillar 352F is the bigger machine by 113,005kg. The Caterpillar 352F is a large hydraulic excavator; the Hamm HD 12i VV is a tandem roller with two vibration drums.
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