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Hamm HD 12i VV vs Wacker Neuson ET20

The Hamm HD 12i VV is a tandem roller with two vibration drums. The Wacker Neuson ET20 is a 2.5 to 3 tonne class mini excavator.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Hamm HD 12i VV
Hamm HD 12i VV - image: HAMM (Wirtgen Group)
Wacker Neuson ET20
Wacker Neuson ET20 - image: wackerneuson.co.uk

Specifications side by side

Hamm HD 12i VVWacker Neuson ET20
Operating weight2,695 kg2,005 to 2,526 kg
Drum width1,200 mm-
Maximum working width1,250 mm-
Power ISO 1439624.6 kW-
Breakout force-18.8 kN
Length-4,049 mm
Dig depth-2,683 mm
Width-990 mm
Height-2,385 mm
Engine power-13.8 kW

Sources: Hamm HD 12i VV, Wacker Neuson ET20. 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 ET20 if...

A step up for bigger footings, groundworks and landscaping. At 2.0 tonnes it needs a 3.5 tonne plant trailer and a tow vehicle rated for the combined weight, or delivery on a lorry. Maximum dig depth is 2,683 mm.

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Common questions

What is the difference between the Hamm HD 12i VV and the Wacker Neuson ET20?

The Hamm HD 12i VV is a tandem roller with two vibration drums; the Wacker Neuson ET20 is a 2.5 to 3 tonne class mini excavator.

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