Head to head
HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A vs Yanmar SV17VT
The Yanmar SV17VT has 95kW more power. The HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A is the bigger machine by 6,644kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Yanmar SV17VT has 95kW more power.
- Operating weight: the HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A is the bigger machine by 6,644kg.
Specifications side by side
| HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A | Yanmar SV17VT | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 8,344 lb | 1700 kg (canopy) / 1790 kg (cabin) |
| Engine power | 23.7 hp at 2,200 rpm (Yanmar 3TNV88F) | 11,3 kW (at 2400 rpm) |
| Dig depth | 10 ft 3.4 in | - |
| Breakout force | - | 16 kN |
| Fuel tank | - | 27 l |
Sources: HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A, Yanmar SV17VT. 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 6,644kg
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 SV17VT if...
- you want one that has 95kW more power
A small digger for hire fleets, landscapers and builders on garden work, drainage and small trenches. Light enough to move on a trailer behind a pickup or van.
Full SV17VT specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A and the Yanmar SV17VT?
The Yanmar SV17VT has 95kW more power. The HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A is the bigger machine by 6,644kg. The HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A is a a 3.5 tonne class zero tail swing compact excavator; the Yanmar SV17VT is a 1.7 tonne conventional-tail mini excavator.
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