Head to head
Hamm HD 12i VV vs Kubota U10
The Hamm HD 12i VV is the bigger machine by 1,495kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026


Key differences
- Operating weight: the Hamm HD 12i VV is the bigger machine by 1,495kg.
Specifications side by side
| Hamm HD 12i VV | Kubota U10 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2,695 kg | 1200kg (2645lb, including operator) |
| Drum width | 1,200 mm | - |
| Maximum working width | 1,250 mm | - |
| Power ISO 14396 | 24.6 kW | - |
| Max dig depth | - | 1.8m (5'11") |
| Engine power | - | 7.6kW (10.3hp) |
| Bucket digging force | - | 550kg (1212lb) breakout force |
Sources: Hamm HD 12i VV, Kubota U10. 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 1,495kg
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 U10 if...
One of the smallest excavators Kubota builds, narrow and light enough to pass through a garden gate or go up in a domestic goods lift. Used for indoor demolition, basement digs and tight garden landscaping.
Listed by
- West Sussex Plant Hire - Hassocks, Keymer
Common questions
What is the difference between the Hamm HD 12i VV and the Kubota U10?
The Hamm HD 12i VV is the bigger machine by 1,495kg. The Hamm HD 12i VV is a tandem roller with two vibration drums; the Kubota U10 is a micro excavator.
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