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HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A vs Kubota KX080-4a

The Kubota KX080-4a has 29kW more power. The HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A is the bigger machine by 104kg.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

R35Z-9A
HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A
Kubota KX080-4a
Kubota KX080-4a - image: kubota-eu.com

Key differences

Specifications side by side

HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9AKubota KX080-4a
Operating weight8,344 lb8240kg
Engine power23.7 hp at 2,200 rpm (Yanmar 3TNV88F)63.2PS
Dig depth10 ft 3.4 in-

Sources: HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A, Kubota KX080-4a. 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 104kg

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 KX080-4a if...

  • you want one that has 29kW more power

A 6 to 10 tonne machine for site clearance, drainage and bulk digging, often run with a dumper alongside. At 8.2 tonnes it moves on a lorry or low-loader.

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Full KX080-4a specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A and the Kubota KX080-4a?

The Kubota KX080-4a has 29kW more power. The HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A is the bigger machine by 104kg. The HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A is a a 3.5 tonne class zero tail swing compact excavator; the Kubota KX080-4a is a tracked excavator, 6 to 10 tonnes.

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