Head to head
Hamm HD 12i VV vs Kubota U50-5
The Kubota U50-5 is the bigger machine by 2,080kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Kubota U50-5 is the bigger machine by 2,080kg.
Specifications side by side
| Hamm HD 12i VV | Kubota U50-5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2,695 kg | 4,775kg |
| Drum width | 1,200 mm | - |
| Maximum working width | 1,250 mm | - |
| Power ISO 14396 | 24.6 kW | - |
| Dig depth | - | 3,370mm |
| Engine power | - | 40.4kW |
Sources: Hamm HD 12i VV, Kubota U50-5. 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 U50-5 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 2,080kg
A mid-size mini excavator for groundworkers who need more reach and dig depth than the smaller Kubota models while still keeping a compact machine for site access. Suits drainage, footings and utility trenching.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
- Standard Plant Hire - Keston
Common questions
What is the difference between the Hamm HD 12i VV and the Kubota U50-5?
The Kubota U50-5 is the bigger machine by 2,080kg. The Hamm HD 12i VV is a tandem roller with two vibration drums; the Kubota U50-5 is a 4.8 tonne mini excavator.
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