Head to head
HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A vs Kubota U48-4
The HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A is the bigger machine by 3,569kg. The Kubota U48-4 has 12kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A is the bigger machine by 3,569kg.
- Engine power: the Kubota U48-4 has 12kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A | Kubota U48-4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 8,344 lb | 4775kg |
| Engine power | 23.7 hp at 2,200 rpm (Yanmar 3TNV88F) | 40.5PS |
| Dig depth | 10 ft 3.4 in | - |
Sources: HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A, Kubota U48-4. 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 3,569kg
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 U48-4 if...
- you want one that has 12kW more power
A midi excavator for groundworks, utilities and landscaping contractors. At 4.8 tonnes it arrives on a lorry rather than behind a car.
Listed by
- Standard Plant Hire - Keston
Common questions
What is the difference between the HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A and the Kubota U48-4?
The HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A is the bigger machine by 3,569kg. The Kubota U48-4 has 12kW more power. The HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A is a a 3.5 tonne class zero tail swing compact excavator; the Kubota U48-4 is a midi excavator, 3 to 6 tonnes.
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