Head to head
HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A vs Kubota KX027-4
The HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A digs 31cm (1ft) deeper.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Dig depth: the HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A digs 31cm (1ft) deeper.
Specifications side by side
| HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A | Kubota KX027-4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Dig depth | 10 ft 3.4 in | 2740mm |
| Operating weight | 8,344 lb | - |
| Engine power | 23.7 hp at 2,200 rpm (Yanmar 3TNV88F) | - |
| Width | - | 1400mm |
Sources: HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A, Kubota KX027-4. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the R35Z-9A if...
- you want one that digs 31cm (1ft) deeper
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 KX027-4 if...
The 1.5 tonne class is the busiest size in UK hire fleets. In this size it digs to 2740mm for footings, drainage runs and fence posts.
Listed by
- Standard Plant Hire - Keston
Common questions
What is the difference between the HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A and the Kubota KX027-4?
The HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A digs 31cm (1ft) deeper. The HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A is a a 3.5 tonne class zero tail swing compact excavator; the Kubota KX027-4 is a 1.5 tonne class mini excavator.
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