Head to head
Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9 vs JCB 35Z-1
The JCB 35Z-1 has 1kW more power and is the bigger machine by 6kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the JCB 35Z-1 has 1kW more power.
- Operating weight: the JCB 35Z-1 is the bigger machine by 6kg.
Specifications side by side
| Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9 | JCB 35Z-1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 3550kg (7826lb) | 3556 kg |
| Engine power | 17.7kW (23.7hp) | 18.4 kW |
| Max digging depth | up to 3.44m (11'3") depending on boom/stick option | - |
| Dig depth | - | 3.48 m |
| Dump height | - | 3.53 m |
Sources: Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9, JCB 35Z-1. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the R35Z-9 if...
A compact, zero tail swing mini digger sized for domestic gardens, landscaping and utility work where space is tight. Widely used by small plant hire firms and groundworkers.
Listed by
- Red Plant Sales Ltd - Colchester, Frating
Buy or hire the 35Z-1 if...
- you want one that has 1kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 6kg
A common step up from the 2 to 3 tonne diggers for house foundations, utility trenching and landscaping on tight urban sites. Zero tailswing lets it slew close to walls and traffic.
Full 35Z-1 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9 and the JCB 35Z-1?
The JCB 35Z-1 has 1kW more power and is the bigger machine by 6kg. The Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9 is a zero tail swing mini excavator; the JCB 35Z-1 is a 3.5 tonne zero-tailswing mini excavator.
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