Head to head
HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A vs Merlo P27.6 PLUS
The Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 536kW more power. The HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A is the bigger machine by 3,494kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 536kW more power.
- Operating weight: the HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A is the bigger machine by 3,494kg.
Specifications side by side
| HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A | Merlo P27.6 PLUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 8,344 lb | 4850 kg |
| Engine power | 23.7 hp at 2,200 rpm (Yanmar 3TNV88F) | 55,4 kW at 2,200 rpm |
| Dig depth | 10 ft 3.4 in | - |
| Load capacity | - | 2700 kg |
| Lifting height | - | 5.9 m |
Sources: HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A, Merlo P27.6 PLUS. 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 3,494kg
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 P27.6 PLUS if...
- you want one that has 536kW more power
A compact telehandler for building sites, farms, estates and landscaping where space is tight but 2.7 tonne lifts to about 6 metres are needed.
Full P27.6 PLUS specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A and the Merlo P27.6 PLUS?
The Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 536kW more power. The HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A is the bigger machine by 3,494kg. The HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A is a a 3.5 tonne class zero tail swing compact excavator; the Merlo P27.6 PLUS is a compact 2.7 tonne telehandler.
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