Head to head
HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A vs JCB JS131LC
The JCB JS131LC has 37kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the JCB JS131LC has 37kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A | JCB JS131LC | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 8,344 lb | 13,995-14,288kg (30,845-31,499lb) |
| Engine power | 23.7 hp at 2,200 rpm (Yanmar 3TNV88F) | 55kW (74hp) |
| Dig depth | 10 ft 3.4 in | - |
| Max bucket tearout | - | 20,660lbf |
| Max digging depth | - | 4.85m to 6.10m depending on dipper |
Sources: HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A, JCB JS131LC. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the R35Z-9A if...
The Hyundai R35Z-9A is a 3.5 tonne class zero tail swing compact excavator that gives UK contractors and hirers a lower-cost alternative to the equivalent Kubota, Takeuchi and JCB machines in the same size band. It uses a Yanmar diesel engine rather than an in-house Hyundai power unit at this size, reflecting how compact excavators across brands often share third-party engines and hydraulics. Hyundai's UK dealer coverage for this class is thinner than the market leaders, spread across several regional appointed dealers.
Full R35Z-9A specifications →Buy or hire the JS131LC if...
- you want one that has 37kW more power
A 13-14 tonne tracked excavator used for general groundworks, drainage and foundation digging. A mainstay size class for medium plant hire fleets.
Listed by
- Red Plant Sales Ltd - Colchester, Frating
Common questions
What is the difference between the HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A and the JCB JS131LC?
The JCB JS131LC has 37kW more power. The HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A is a a 3.5 tonne class zero tail swing compact excavator; the JCB JS131LC is a tracked excavator.
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