Head to head
Avant 640 vs JCB 35Z-1
The Avant 640 has 10kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Avant 640 has 10kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Avant 640 | JCB 35Z-1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 28 kW (37,5 hp) | 18.4 kW |
| Lifting capacity | 1100 kg | - |
| Lifting height | 2835 mm | - |
| Weight | 1590 kg | - |
| Operating weight | - | 3556 kg |
| Dig depth | - | 3.48 m |
| Dump height | - | 3.53 m |
Sources: Avant 640, JCB 35Z-1. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 640 if...
- you want one that has 10kW more power
An all-round compact loader with stronger auxiliary hydraulics for running more attachments, used by landscapers, stables, estates and small contractors. Light enough to be moved on a trailer or larger van.
Full 640 specifications →Buy or hire the 35Z-1 if...
A common step up from the 2 to 3 tonne diggers for house foundations, utility trenching and landscaping on tight urban sites. Zero tailswing lets it slew close to walls and traffic.
Full 35Z-1 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Avant 640 and the JCB 35Z-1?
The Avant 640 has 10kW more power. The Avant 640 is a articulated multi-purpose loader, 600 series; the JCB 35Z-1 is a 3.5 tonne zero-tailswing mini excavator.
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