Head to head
HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A vs Takeuchi TB216
The HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A is the bigger machine by 6,479kg and has 6kW more power.
Last reviewed 2 November 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A is the bigger machine by 6,479kg.
- Engine power: the HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A has 6kW more power.
- Dig depth: the HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A digs 66cm (2ft) deeper.
Specifications side by side
| HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A | Takeuchi TB216 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 8,344 lb | 1,865 / 1,770 kg (cab/canopy) |
| Dig depth | 10 ft 3.4 in | 2,390 mm |
| Engine power | 23.7 hp at 2,200 rpm (Yanmar 3TNV88F) | 11.5 kW at 2,400 rpm (Yanmar 3TNV70) |
| Extendable undercarriage width | - | 980 - 1,300 mm |
Sources: HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A, Takeuchi TB216. 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 6,479kg
- you want one that has 6kW more power
- you want one that digs 66cm (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 TB216 if...
The Takeuchi TB216 is a long-running fixture of the UK 1.5-2 tonne mini excavator hire class, used for groundworks, drainage and small demolition jobs. Its extendable undercarriage gives it the stability of a wider track base for digging while still narrowing for transport and access. It competes closely with the Kubota KX019-4 and similarly sized Bobcat and JCB machines for the same hire slots.
Full TB216 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A and the Takeuchi TB216?
The HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A is the bigger machine by 6,479kg 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 Takeuchi TB216 is a a 1.7-1.9 tonne conventional tail swing mini excavator.
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