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Caterpillar 352F vs Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9

The Caterpillar 352F is the bigger machine by 112,150kg.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Caterpillar 352FHyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9
Operating weight115,700lb (~52.5 tonnes)3550kg (7826lb)
EngineCat C13 ACERT, 417hp net-
Fuel capacity190 US gallons-
Max travel speed2.9mph-
Engine power-17.7kW (23.7hp)
Max digging depth-up to 3.44m (11'3") depending on boom/stick option

Sources: Caterpillar 352F, Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the 352F if...

  • you want one that is the bigger machine by 112,150kg

A large excavator for bulk earthmoving and quarry-scale digging rather than site groundworks. Contractors hire it for big-volume dig and load jobs where a mid-size machine would be too slow.

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Buy or hire the R35Z-9 if...

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.

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Full R35Z-9 specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Caterpillar 352F and the Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9?

The Caterpillar 352F is the bigger machine by 112,150kg. The Caterpillar 352F is a large hydraulic excavator; the Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9 is a zero tail swing mini excavator.

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