Head to head
Hamm HD 12i VV vs Merlo P27.6 PLUS
The Merlo P27.6 PLUS is the bigger machine by 2,155kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Merlo P27.6 PLUS is the bigger machine by 2,155kg.
Specifications side by side
| Hamm HD 12i VV | Merlo P27.6 PLUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2,695 kg | 4850 kg |
| Drum width | 1,200 mm | - |
| Maximum working width | 1,250 mm | - |
| Power ISO 14396 | 24.6 kW | - |
| Load capacity | - | 2700 kg |
| Lifting height | - | 5.9 m |
| Engine power | - | 55,4 kW at 2,200 rpm |
Sources: Hamm HD 12i VV, Merlo P27.6 PLUS. 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 P27.6 PLUS if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 2,155kg
A compact telehandler for building sites, farms, estates and landscaping where space is tight but 2.7 tonne lifts to about 6 metres are needed.
Full P27.6 PLUS specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hamm HD 12i VV and the Merlo P27.6 PLUS?
The Merlo P27.6 PLUS is the bigger machine by 2,155kg. The Hamm HD 12i VV is a tandem roller with two vibration drums; the Merlo P27.6 PLUS is a compact 2.7 tonne telehandler.
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