Head to head
Hamm HD 12i VV vs Wacker Neuson ET18
The Hamm HD 12i VV is a tandem roller with two vibration drums. The Wacker Neuson ET18 is a 1.5 tonne class mini excavator.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Hamm HD 12i VV | Wacker Neuson ET18 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2,695 kg | 1,725 to 2,405 kg |
| Drum width | 1,200 mm | - |
| Maximum working width | 1,250 mm | - |
| Power ISO 14396 | 24.6 kW | - |
| Breakout force | - | 18.8 kN |
| Length | - | 3,854 mm |
| Dig depth | - | 2,402 mm |
| Width | - | 990 mm |
| Height | - | 2,289 mm |
| Engine power | - | 13.8 kW |
Sources: Hamm HD 12i VV, Wacker Neuson ET18. 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 ET18 if...
The 1.5 tonne class is the busiest size in UK hire fleets. At 1,725kg it digs to 2,402 mm for footings, drainage runs and fence posts.
Listed by
- GEM Plant Sales Limited - Ashford, Sevington, Willesborough
Common questions
What is the difference between the Hamm HD 12i VV and the Wacker Neuson ET18?
The Hamm HD 12i VV is a tandem roller with two vibration drums; the Wacker Neuson ET18 is a 1.5 tonne class mini excavator.
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