Head to head
HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A vs Kubota U17-3a
The HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A is the bigger machine by 6,644kg and has 6kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A is the bigger machine by 6,644kg.
- Engine power: the HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A has 6kW more power.
- Dig depth: the HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A digs 59cm (2ft) deeper.
Specifications side by side
| HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A | Kubota U17-3a | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 8,344 lb | 1,700kg |
| Dig depth | 10 ft 3.4 in | 2,460mm |
| Engine power | 23.7 hp at 2,200 rpm (Yanmar 3TNV88F) | 11.3kW |
Sources: HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A, Kubota U17-3a. 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 6,644kg
- you want one that has 6kW more power
- you want one that digs 59cm (2ft) 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 U17-3a if...
A step up from a micro excavator for landscaping and groundworks contractors who need more dig depth and breakout force while still fitting through a standard gate or gap. Common on garden and small drainage jobs.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
- Compact Plant Sales - Farnham
- Standard Plant Hire - Keston
Common questions
What is the difference between the HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A and the Kubota U17-3a?
The HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A is the bigger machine by 6,644kg and has 6kW more power. The HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A is a a 3.5 tonne class zero tail swing compact excavator; the Kubota U17-3a is a 1.7 tonne mini excavator.
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