Head to head
Hamm HD 12i VV vs JCB STH-2S5 Swivel
The Hamm HD 12i VV is the bigger machine by 305kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Hamm HD 12i VV is the bigger machine by 305kg.
Specifications side by side
| Hamm HD 12i VV | JCB STH-2S5 Swivel | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2,695 kg | 2,390kg |
| Drum width | 1,200 mm | - |
| Maximum working width | 1,250 mm | - |
| Power ISO 14396 | 24.6 kW | - |
| Skip capacity | - | 1,615 litres (heaped) |
| Engine power | - | 18.9kW |
Sources: Hamm HD 12i VV, JCB STH-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...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 305kg
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 STH-2S5 Swivel if...
A compact swivel dumper for smaller groundworks and landscaping contractors who need to tip to the side without repositioning, popular on domestic extension and garden sites where access is tight.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Hamm HD 12i VV and the JCB STH-2S5 Swivel?
The Hamm HD 12i VV is the bigger machine by 305kg. The Hamm HD 12i VV is a tandem roller with two vibration drums; the JCB STH-2S5 Swivel is a 3 tonne swivel-skip site dumper.
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