Head to head
Hamm HD 12i VV vs JCB 525-60
The JCB 525-60 is the bigger machine by 2,795kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the JCB 525-60 is the bigger machine by 2,795kg.
Specifications side by side
| Hamm HD 12i VV | JCB 525-60 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2,695 kg | 5490 kg |
| Drum width | 1,200 mm | - |
| Maximum working width | 1,250 mm | - |
| Power ISO 14396 | 24.6 kW | - |
| Max. Lift Capacity | - | 2500 kg |
| Max. Lift Height | - | 6 m |
| Max. Reach | - | 3.06 m |
| Engine power | - | 55 kW |
Sources: Hamm HD 12i VV, JCB 525-60. 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 525-60 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 2,795kg
A compact telehandler for builders, roofers and merchants lifting pallets and materials on housing and refurbishment sites, and for yard and farm loading. Its low height and narrow width suit restricted access.
Full 525-60 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hamm HD 12i VV and the JCB 525-60?
The JCB 525-60 is the bigger machine by 2,795kg. The Hamm HD 12i VV is a tandem roller with two vibration drums; the JCB 525-60 is a 2.5 tonne, 6 m compact telehandler.
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