Head to head
HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A vs Yanmar ViO38-6
The HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A is the bigger machine by 4,769kg. The Yanmar ViO38-6 digs 24cm deeper and has 1kW more power.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A is the bigger machine by 4,769kg.
- Dig depth: the Yanmar ViO38-6 digs 24cm deeper.
- Engine power: the Yanmar ViO38-6 has 1kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A | Yanmar ViO38-6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 8,344 lb | 3575 kg (canopy) / 3695 kg (cabin) |
| Dig depth | 10 ft 3.4 in | 3290 mm / 3530mm* |
| Engine power | 23.7 hp at 2,200 rpm (Yanmar 3TNV88F) | 18.9 kW / 25.3 HP at 2200 rpm |
Sources: HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A, Yanmar ViO38-6. 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 4,769kg
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 ViO38-6 if...
- you want one that digs 24cm deeper
- you want one that has 1kW more power
A mid-size mini excavator for drainage, foundations and utility work where a 3 to 4 tonne machine is wanted with a short rear swing. Contractors and hire fleets use it on housing plots and roadside trenching.
Full ViO38-6 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A and the Yanmar ViO38-6?
The HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A is the bigger machine by 4,769kg. The Yanmar ViO38-6 digs 24cm deeper and has 1kW more power. The HD Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9A is a a 3.5 tonne class zero tail swing compact excavator; the Yanmar ViO38-6 is a 3.8 tonne zero tailswing mini excavator.
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