Head to head
Hamm HD 12i VV vs Mecalac 6MCR
The Mecalac 6MCR is the bigger machine by 3,005kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Mecalac 6MCR is the bigger machine by 3,005kg.
Specifications side by side
| Hamm HD 12i VV | Mecalac 6MCR | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2,695 kg | 5700 kg (12,600 lb) / 6100 kg (13,500 lb) |
| Drum width | 1,200 mm | - |
| Maximum working width | 1,250 mm | - |
| Power ISO 14396 | 24.6 kW | - |
| Engine power | - | 55,4 kW |
| Tail swing radius | - | 1170 mm |
| Travel speed | - | 10 km/h |
Sources: Hamm HD 12i VV, Mecalac 6MCR. 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 6MCR if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 3,005kg
A compact crawler excavator for utility trenching, landscaping and work between buildings where a 2 tonne class footprint is needed with 6 tonne digging performance. Used by groundworks and utility contractors on tight UK sites.
Full 6MCR specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hamm HD 12i VV and the Mecalac 6MCR?
The Mecalac 6MCR is the bigger machine by 3,005kg. The Hamm HD 12i VV is a tandem roller with two vibration drums; the Mecalac 6MCR is a 6 tonne crawler skid-excavator with compact tail swing.
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