Head to head
HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A vs Kubota U27-4
The HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A is the bigger machine by 5,754kg and digs 23cm deeper.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A is the bigger machine by 5,754kg.
- Dig depth: the HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A digs 23cm deeper.
Specifications side by side
| HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A | Kubota U27-4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 8,344 lb | 2,590kg or 2,490kg depending on variant |
| Dig depth | 10 ft 3.4 in | 2,820mm maximum |
| Engine power | 23.7 hp at 2,200 rpm (Yanmar 3TNV88F) | - |
| Maximum reach | - | 4,740mm |
Sources: HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A, Kubota U27-4. 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 5,754kg
- you want one that digs 23cm 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 U27-4 if...
The step up from the KX019-4 when you need more depth and reach but still have to work close to walls and fences. Tight tail swing is what makes it usable in an occupied garden, and it is one of the most common hire machines in Britain for exactly that reason.
Listed by
- MY Tool Hire Ltd - Harrow
- Standard Plant Hire - Keston
Common questions
What is the difference between the HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A and the Kubota U27-4?
The HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A is the bigger machine by 5,754kg and digs 23cm deeper. The HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A is a a 3.5 tonne class zero tail swing compact excavator; the Kubota U27-4 is a tight tail swing compact excavator, around 2.5 tonnes.
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