Head to head
Hamm HD 12i VV vs Hitachi ZX145W-6
The Hamm HD 12i VV is a tandem roller with two vibration drums. The Hitachi ZX145W-6 is a 14-17 tonne wheeled excavator.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Hamm HD 12i VV | Hitachi ZX145W-6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2,695 kg | 15,000 - 17,200kg |
| Drum width | 1,200 mm | - |
| Maximum working width | 1,250 mm | - |
| Power ISO 14396 | 24.6 kW | - |
| Dig depth | - | 5,520 - 5,770mm |
| Engine power | - | 105kW (ISO14396) |
Sources: Hamm HD 12i VV, Hitachi ZX145W-6. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
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 →Buy or hire the ZX145W-6 if...
Suits municipal and utility contractors who need a mobile, road-going digger for drainage and reinstatement work spread across several sites in a day. The wheeled undercarriage trades some stability for speed between jobs.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Hamm HD 12i VV and the Hitachi ZX145W-6?
The Hamm HD 12i VV is a tandem roller with two vibration drums; the Hitachi ZX145W-6 is a 14-17 tonne wheeled excavator.
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