Head to head
Caterpillar D3G LGP vs Hamm HD 12i VV
The Caterpillar D3G LGP is the bigger machine by 14,465kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Caterpillar D3G LGP is the bigger machine by 14,465kg.
Specifications side by side
| Caterpillar D3G LGP | Hamm HD 12i VV | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 17,160lb (7,784kg) | 2,695 kg |
| Engine power | 77hp gross / 70hp net at 2200rpm | - |
| Blade capacity | 2yd3, 10.4ft wide, 20.7in cutting depth | - |
| Ground pressure | 4.24psi | - |
| Drum width | - | 1,200 mm |
| Maximum working width | - | 1,250 mm |
| Power ISO 14396 | - | 24.6 kW |
Sources: Caterpillar D3G LGP, Hamm HD 12i VV. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the D3G LGP if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 14,465kg
A small dozer for landscaping, site clearance and grading jobs too tight for a bigger machine. The LGP tracks spread its weight for work on soft ground such as landfill or wet fields.
Listed by
- Hayes Gate Plant Hire Ltd - London
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 D3G LGP and the Hamm HD 12i VV?
The Caterpillar D3G LGP is the bigger machine by 14,465kg. The Caterpillar D3G LGP is a small low ground pressure crawler dozer; the Hamm HD 12i VV is a tandem roller with two vibration drums.
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