Head to head
Hamm HD 12i VV vs JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel
The JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel is the bigger machine by 2,145kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel is the bigger machine by 2,145kg.
Specifications side by side
| Hamm HD 12i VV | JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2,695 kg | 4,840kg |
| Drum width | 1,200 mm | - |
| Maximum working width | 1,250 mm | - |
| Power ISO 14396 | 24.6 kW | - |
| Skip capacity | - | 3,191 litres (heaped) |
Sources: Hamm HD 12i VV, JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel. 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 6ST-2S5 Swivel if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 2,145kg
Suits groundworkers who need to tip to the side or rear without turning the whole machine, useful in trenches or narrow access where reversing to line up a straight-tip skip is awkward. The 6 tonne capacity sits in the middle of JCB's swivel dumper range.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Hamm HD 12i VV and the JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel?
The JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel is the bigger machine by 2,145kg. The Hamm HD 12i VV is a tandem roller with two vibration drums; the JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel is a 6 tonne swivel-skip site dumper.
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