Head to head
HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A vs Takeuchi TB240
The HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A is the bigger machine by 4,274kg. The Takeuchi TB240 has 9kW more power and digs 42cm (1.5ft) deeper.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A is the bigger machine by 4,274kg.
- Engine power: the Takeuchi TB240 has 9kW more power.
- Dig depth: the Takeuchi TB240 digs 42cm (1.5ft) deeper.
Specifications side by side
| HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A | Takeuchi TB240 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 8,344 lb | 4070KG |
| Dig depth | 10 ft 3.4 in | 3465mm |
| Engine power | 23.7 hp at 2,200 rpm (Yanmar 3TNV88F) | 26.7kW |
| Bucket breakout force | - | 30.8kN |
Sources: HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A, Takeuchi TB240. 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 4,274kg
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 TB240 if...
- you want one that has 9kW more power
- you want one that digs 42cm (1.5ft) deeper
A 4 tonne tracked excavator used by groundworkers, housebuilders and utility contractors for trenching, foundations and general digging. It sits between small mini diggers and 5 tonne machines in a typical UK hire fleet.
Full TB240 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A and the Takeuchi TB240?
The HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A is the bigger machine by 4,274kg. The Takeuchi TB240 has 9kW more power and digs 42cm (1.5ft) deeper. The HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A is a a 3.5 tonne class zero tail swing compact excavator; the Takeuchi TB240 is a 4 tonne mini excavator with cab and air conditioning.
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