Head to head
Caterpillar D4K2 vs Hamm HD 12i VV
The Caterpillar D4K2 is the bigger machine by 5,473kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Caterpillar D4K2 is the bigger machine by 5,473kg.
Specifications side by side
| Caterpillar D4K2 | Hamm HD 12i VV | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 8,168kg (XL) / 8,476kg (LGP) | 2,695 kg |
| Engine power | 92hp (68.8kW), Cat C4.4 ACERT | - |
| Blade capacity | 1.98m3 (XL) / 1.85m3 (LGP) | - |
| Ground pressure | 38.6kPa (XL) / 29.2kPa (LGP) | - |
| Drum width | - | 1,200 mm |
| Maximum working width | - | 1,250 mm |
| Power ISO 14396 | - | 24.6 kW |
Sources: Caterpillar D4K2, Hamm HD 12i VV. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the D4K2 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 5,473kg
Cat's smallest crawler dozer, used for grading, site clearance and landscaping where a larger machine would be too heavy or too wide. The LGP undercarriage option suits soft or wet ground.
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 D4K2 and the Hamm HD 12i VV?
The Caterpillar D4K2 is the bigger machine by 5,473kg. The Caterpillar D4K2 is a small crawler dozer; the Hamm HD 12i VV is a tandem roller with two vibration drums.
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