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Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9 vs JCB 3CX Compact

The JCB 3CX Compact has 37kW more power and is the bigger machine by 2,520kg.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9
Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9 - image: Hyundai Construction Equipment Europe
JCB 3CX Compact
JCB 3CX Compact - image: JCB

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9JCB 3CX Compact
Operating weight3550kg (7826lb)6070 kg
Engine power17.7kW (23.7hp)55 kW
Max digging depthup to 3.44m (11'3") depending on boom/stick option-
Dig depth-5 m
Travel Speed-40 kph

Sources: Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9, JCB 3CX Compact. 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.

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Full R35Z-9 specifications →

Buy or hire the 3CX Compact if...

  • you want one that has 37kW more power
  • you want one that is the bigger machine by 2,520kg

Aimed at utility, highways and town-centre work where a full-size backhoe will not fit. Used for trenching, loading and breaking out on narrow roads, estates and tight sites.

Full 3CX Compact specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9 and the JCB 3CX Compact?

The JCB 3CX Compact has 37kW more power and is the bigger machine by 2,520kg. The Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9 is a zero tail swing mini excavator; the JCB 3CX Compact is a compact backhoe loader about 2 m wide.

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