Head to head
HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A vs Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E
The HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A is a a 3.5 tonne class zero tail swing compact excavator. The Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E is a a 22 tonne class crawler excavator for medium civils and groundworks.
Last reviewed 2 November 2026
Specifications side by side
| HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A | Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 8,344 lb | 20,470 - 25,760 kg |
| Dig depth | 10 ft 3.4 in | - |
| Engine power | 23.7 hp at 2,200 rpm (Yanmar 3TNV88F) | - |
| Gross power | - | 129 kW |
| Bucket capacity | - | 0.48 - 1.44 m3 |
| Max. digging depth | - | 6,730 mm |
| Max. digging reach | - | 9,930 mm |
Sources: HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A, Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E. 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 EC220E if...
The Volvo EC220E is a mid-size crawler excavator used on larger UK groundworks, civils and demolition sites where a mini or midi excavator no longer has the reach or bucket capacity needed. Its Stage V D6 engine and Volvo cab are aimed at operators running long shifts. It is specified against similarly sized excavators from Caterpillar, Komatsu and Hitachi in the 20-22 tonne class.
Full EC220E specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A and the Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E?
The HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A is a a 3.5 tonne class zero tail swing compact excavator; the Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E is a a 22 tonne class crawler excavator for medium civils and groundworks.
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