Head to head
Bobcat S450 vs Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9
The Bobcat S450 has 18kW more power. The Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9 is the bigger machine by 1,185kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Bobcat S450 has 18kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9 is the bigger machine by 1,185kg.
Specifications side by side
| Bobcat S450 | Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2365kg | 3550kg (7826lb) |
| Engine power | 35.9kW rated (48.1kW max, Kubota V2403 diesel) | 17.7kW (23.7hp) |
| Rated operating capacity | 608kg (ISO 14397-1) | - |
| Lift height | 2.8m | - |
| Tipping load | 1215kg | - |
| Max digging depth | - | up to 3.44m (11'3") depending on boom/stick option |
Sources: Bobcat S450, Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the S450 if...
- you want one that has 18kW more power
Bobcat's entry-level skid steer, small enough for tight domestic and groundworks sites but still able to run a full range of buckets and attachments. Plant hire fleets keep it as their smallest skid steer for jobs a mini digger cannot reach.
Listed by
- JMP Plant Hire Essex - Ingatestone, Norton Heath
Buy or hire the R35Z-9 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 1,185kg
A compact, zero tail swing mini digger sized for domestic gardens, landscaping and utility work where space is tight. Widely used by small plant hire firms and groundworkers.
Listed by
- Red Plant Sales Ltd - Colchester, Frating
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bobcat S450 and the Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9?
The Bobcat S450 has 18kW more power. The Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9 is the bigger machine by 1,185kg. The Bobcat S450 is a compact skid steer loader; the Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9 is a zero tail swing mini excavator.
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