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Caterpillar D6T LGP vs Hamm HD 12i VV

The Caterpillar D6T LGP is the bigger machine by 48,273kg.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Caterpillar D6T LGP
Caterpillar D6T LGP - image: Joost J. Bakker from IJmuiden, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Hamm HD 12i VV
Hamm HD 12i VV - image: HAMM (Wirtgen Group)

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Caterpillar D6T LGPHamm HD 12i VV
Operating weight50,968lb (23,119kg)2,695 kg
EngineCat C9.3 ACERT, 215hp net / 228hp gross-
Blade capacity4.90yd3 (3.75m3), 13.4ft wide, 47in tall-
Ground pressure6.4psi-
Drum width-1,200 mm
Maximum working width-1,250 mm
Power ISO 14396-24.6 kW

Sources: Caterpillar D6T LGP, Hamm HD 12i VV. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the D6T LGP if...

  • you want one that is the bigger machine by 48,273kg

A mid-size dozer used for bulk earthmoving, site clearance and grading on larger construction and quarry sites. The LGP variant's wider tracks let it work on soft or wet ground where a standard D6T would sink or lose traction.

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Full D6T LGP specifications →

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 D6T LGP and the Hamm HD 12i VV?

The Caterpillar D6T LGP is the bigger machine by 48,273kg. The Caterpillar D6T LGP is a medium low ground pressure crawler dozer; the Hamm HD 12i VV is a tandem roller with two vibration drums.

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