Head to head
Hamm HD 12i VV vs Kubota U17-3a
The Hamm HD 12i VV is the bigger machine by 995kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Hamm HD 12i VV is the bigger machine by 995kg.
Specifications side by side
| Hamm HD 12i VV | Kubota U17-3a | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2,695 kg | 1,700kg |
| Drum width | 1,200 mm | - |
| Maximum working width | 1,250 mm | - |
| Power ISO 14396 | 24.6 kW | - |
| Dig depth | - | 2,460mm |
| Engine power | - | 11.3kW |
Sources: Hamm HD 12i VV, Kubota U17-3a. 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 995kg
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 U17-3a if...
A step up from a micro excavator for landscaping and groundworks contractors who need more dig depth and breakout force while still fitting through a standard gate or gap. Common on garden and small drainage jobs.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
- Compact Plant Sales - Farnham
- Beaver Tool Hire - Isleworth, Twickenham
- Standard Plant Hire - Keston
- HG Plant Sales - Maldon, Langford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Hamm HD 12i VV and the Kubota U17-3a?
The Hamm HD 12i VV is the bigger machine by 995kg. The Hamm HD 12i VV is a tandem roller with two vibration drums; the Kubota U17-3a is a 1.7 tonne mini excavator.
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