Head to head
HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A vs Liebherr L556 XPower
The HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A is a a 3.5 tonne class zero tail swing compact excavator. The Liebherr L556 XPower is a large wheel loader with xpower power-split driveline.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A | Liebherr L556 XPower | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 8,344 lb | 19,600 - 21,600 kg |
| Dig depth | 10 ft 3.4 in | - |
| Engine power | 23.7 hp at 2,200 rpm (Yanmar 3TNV88F) | - |
| Tipping load | - | 9,300 - 13,750 kg |
| Bucket capacity | - | 2.80 - 10.00 m3 |
| Rated output ISO 14396 / ECE-R.120 | - | 183 kW / 249 HP |
Sources: HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A, Liebherr L556 XPower. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the R35Z-9A if...
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 L556 XPower if...
A large wheel loader for quarry and bulk material handling work. Liebherr's XPower driveline splits power between hydrostatic and mechanical drive to cut fuel use on repetitive load-and-carry cycles.
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- ChapmanPlant - Bristol, Iron Acton
Common questions
What is the difference between the HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A and the Liebherr L556 XPower?
The HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A is a a 3.5 tonne class zero tail swing compact excavator; the Liebherr L556 XPower is a large wheel loader with XPower power-split driveline.
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