Head to head
HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A vs Takeuchi TB230
The HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A is the bigger machine by 5,469kg and digs 21cm deeper.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A is the bigger machine by 5,469kg.
- Dig depth: the HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A digs 21cm deeper.
Specifications side by side
| HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A | Takeuchi TB230 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 8,344 lb | 2875 kg |
| Dig depth | 10 ft 3.4 in | 2835 mm |
| Engine power | 23.7 hp at 2,200 rpm (Yanmar 3TNV88F) | - |
| Dump height | - | 3230 mm |
| Breakout force | - | 20.9 kN |
Sources: HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A, Takeuchi TB230. 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 5,469kg
- you want one that digs 21cm 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 TB230 if...
A 3 tonne class digger used by hire companies, utility contractors and builders for trenching, drainage and foundations. Suits sites where a larger 3.5 tonne machine is too wide or heavy.
Full TB230 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A and the Takeuchi TB230?
The HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A is the bigger machine by 5,469kg and digs 21cm deeper. The HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A is a a 3.5 tonne class zero tail swing compact excavator; the Takeuchi TB230 is a 2.8 tonne compact excavator.
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