Head to head
HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A vs Kubota KX030-4
The HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A is the bigger machine by 5,554kg and digs 18cm deeper.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A is the bigger machine by 5,554kg.
- Dig depth: the HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A digs 18cm deeper.
Specifications side by side
| HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A | Kubota KX030-4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 8,344 lb | 2790 kg |
| Dig depth | 10 ft 3.4 in | 2870 mm |
| Engine power | 23.7 hp at 2,200 rpm (Yanmar 3TNV88F) | 17.7 kw |
| Width | - | 1500 mm |
Sources: HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A, Kubota KX030-4. 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 is the bigger machine by 5,554kg
- you want one that digs 18cm 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 KX030-4 if...
A 3 tonne class digger for hire fleets, groundworkers and landscapers on trenching, drainage and foundation work in confined spaces. The reduced overhang helps on tight sites.
Full KX030-4 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A and the Kubota KX030-4?
The HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A is the bigger machine by 5,554kg and digs 18cm deeper. The HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A is a a 3.5 tonne class zero tail swing compact excavator; the Kubota KX030-4 is a 2.8 tonne class mini excavator.
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