Head to head
Caterpillar D3 vs Hamm HD 12i VV
The Caterpillar D3 is the bigger machine by 6,667kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Caterpillar D3 is the bigger machine by 6,667kg.
Specifications side by side
| Caterpillar D3 | Hamm HD 12i VV | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 9362kg (20,640lb) | 2,695 kg |
| Engine power | 77.6kW (104hp) | - |
| Blade capacity | 2.19m3, or 2.34m3 with LGP tracks | - |
| Engine | Cat C3.6 | - |
| Drum width | - | 1,200 mm |
| Maximum working width | - | 1,250 mm |
| Power ISO 14396 | - | 24.6 kW |
Sources: Caterpillar D3, Hamm HD 12i VV. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the D3 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 6,667kg
Caterpillar's smallest crawler dozer, used for fine grading, landscaping and confined-site work where a full-size dozer won't fit. Common in UK plant hire fleets alongside mini excavators.
Listed by
- B & T Plant Hire - Gravesend
- B & T Plant Hire Ltd - Morden
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 D3 and the Hamm HD 12i VV?
The Caterpillar D3 is the bigger machine by 6,667kg. The Caterpillar D3 is a small crawler dozer; the Hamm HD 12i VV is a tandem roller with two vibration drums.
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