Head to head
Hamm HD 12i VV vs Merlo TF42.7
The Merlo TF42.7 is the bigger machine by 5,105kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Merlo TF42.7 is the bigger machine by 5,105kg.
Specifications side by side
| Hamm HD 12i VV | Merlo TF42.7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2,695 kg | 7800 kg |
| Drum width | 1,200 mm | - |
| Maximum working width | 1,250 mm | - |
| Power ISO 14396 | 24.6 kW | - |
| Load capacity | - | 4200 kg |
| Lifting height | - | 7 m |
| Engine power | - | 85,9 kW at 2,200 rpm |
Sources: Hamm HD 12i VV, Merlo TF42.7. 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 TF42.7 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 5,105kg
A medium-capacity telehandler for heavier lifting on construction, agricultural and industrial sites where a 4.2 tonne capacity is needed at moderate height.
Full TF42.7 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hamm HD 12i VV and the Merlo TF42.7?
The Merlo TF42.7 is the bigger machine by 5,105kg. The Hamm HD 12i VV is a tandem roller with two vibration drums; the Merlo TF42.7 is a 4.2 tonne telehandler.
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