Head to head
Hamm HD 12i VV vs JCB 25Z-1
The Hamm HD 12i VV is the bigger machine by 145kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Hamm HD 12i VV is the bigger machine by 145kg.
Specifications side by side
| Hamm HD 12i VV | JCB 25Z-1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2,695 kg | 2550 kg |
| Drum width | 1,200 mm | - |
| Maximum working width | 1,250 mm | - |
| Power ISO 14396 | 24.6 kW | - |
| Dig depth | - | 2.82 m |
| Dump height | - | 3 m |
| Engine power | - | 18.4 kW |
Sources: Hamm HD 12i VV, JCB 25Z-1. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the HD 12i VV if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 145kg
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 25Z-1 if...
Used by hire firms and small contractors for patios, drainage, footings and work next to walls and fences where a zero-tailswing machine is needed. Sits in the weight class that can be towed on a trailer in restricted regions.
Full 25Z-1 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hamm HD 12i VV and the JCB 25Z-1?
The Hamm HD 12i VV is the bigger machine by 145kg. The Hamm HD 12i VV is a tandem roller with two vibration drums; the JCB 25Z-1 is a 2.5 tonne zero-tailswing mini excavator.
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