Head to head
Hamm HD 12i VV vs JCB 8018 CTS
The Hamm HD 12i VV is the bigger machine by 873kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Hamm HD 12i VV is the bigger machine by 873kg.
Specifications side by side
| Hamm HD 12i VV | JCB 8018 CTS | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2,695 kg | 1,822kg with cab, standard dipper, 18in bucket, full tanks and operator |
| Drum width | 1,200 mm | - |
| Maximum working width | 1,250 mm | - |
| Power ISO 14396 | 24.6 kW | - |
| Dig depth | - | 2,470mm with dozer blade raised, 2,570mm lowered |
| Maximum reach | - | 4,028mm |
Sources: Hamm HD 12i VV, JCB 8018 CTS. 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 873kg
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 8018 CTS if...
A very compact machine for groundworkers and landscapers working in domestic gardens, narrow access sites and occasionally indoors. The small footprint is the whole selling point over a 2 to 3 tonne machine, and it is what decides whether the job is possible at all.
Full 8018 CTS specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hamm HD 12i VV and the JCB 8018 CTS?
The Hamm HD 12i VV is the bigger machine by 873kg. The Hamm HD 12i VV is a tandem roller with two vibration drums; the JCB 8018 CTS is a 1.8 tonne tracked mini excavator.
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