Head to head
Hamm HD 12i VV vs Yanmar SV17VT
The Hamm HD 12i VV is the bigger machine by 995kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Hamm HD 12i VV is the bigger machine by 995kg.
Specifications side by side
| Hamm HD 12i VV | Yanmar SV17VT | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2,695 kg | 1700 kg (canopy) / 1790 kg (cabin) |
| Drum width | 1,200 mm | - |
| Maximum working width | 1,250 mm | - |
| Power ISO 14396 | 24.6 kW | - |
| Engine power | - | 11,3 kW (at 2400 rpm) |
| Breakout force | - | 16 kN |
| Fuel tank | - | 27 l |
Sources: Hamm HD 12i VV, Yanmar SV17VT. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the HD 12i VV if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 995kg
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 SV17VT if...
A small digger for hire fleets, landscapers and builders on garden work, drainage and small trenches. Light enough to move on a trailer behind a pickup or van.
Full SV17VT specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hamm HD 12i VV and the Yanmar SV17VT?
The Hamm HD 12i VV is the bigger machine by 995kg. The Hamm HD 12i VV is a tandem roller with two vibration drums; the Yanmar SV17VT is a 1.7 tonne conventional-tail mini excavator.
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