Head to head
Caterpillar D6K LGP vs Hamm HD 12i VV
The Caterpillar D6K LGP is the bigger machine by 10,805kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Caterpillar D6K LGP is the bigger machine by 10,805kg.
Specifications side by side
| Caterpillar D6K LGP | Hamm HD 12i VV | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 13.5 tonnes | 2,695 kg |
| Engine | Cat C6.6 ACERT, 97kW | - |
| Blade | 6-way blade, 3.08m front width | - |
| Track width | 760mm | - |
| Drum width | - | 1,200 mm |
| Maximum working width | - | 1,250 mm |
| Power ISO 14396 | - | 24.6 kW |
Sources: Caterpillar D6K LGP, Hamm HD 12i VV. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the D6K LGP if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 10,805kg
A low ground pressure version of Cat's D6K dozer, built with wider tracks to work on soft or wet ground without sinking in. Groundworks and landfill contractors use the LGP variant over the standard D6K where the site itself, not just the job, dictates the machine.
Listed by
- Eco Plant Hire And Sales Ltd - Peterborough, Whittlesey
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 D6K LGP and the Hamm HD 12i VV?
The Caterpillar D6K LGP is the bigger machine by 10,805kg. The Caterpillar D6K LGP is a low ground pressure track-type bulldozer; the Hamm HD 12i VV is a tandem roller with two vibration drums.
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