Head to head
Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9 vs JCB 50Z-2
The JCB 50Z-2 has 18kW more power and is the bigger machine by 1,480kg.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the JCB 50Z-2 has 18kW more power.
- Operating weight: the JCB 50Z-2 is the bigger machine by 1,480kg.
Specifications side by side
| Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9 | JCB 50Z-2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 3550kg (7826lb) | 5030 kg |
| Engine power | 17.7kW (23.7hp) | 36 kW |
| Max digging depth | up to 3.44m (11'3") depending on boom/stick option | - |
| Dig depth | - | 3.65 m |
| Dump height | - | 4.08 m |
Sources: Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9, JCB 50Z-2. 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 50Z-2 if...
- you want one that has 18kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 1,480kg
A zero tailswing digger for utility trenching, house foundations and road edge work where the rear of the machine has to stay inside the track width. It is used on civils sites and hire fleets that want a 5 tonne class machine.
Full 50Z-2 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9 and the JCB 50Z-2?
The JCB 50Z-2 has 18kW more power and is the bigger machine by 1,480kg. The Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9 is a zero tail swing mini excavator; the JCB 50Z-2 is a 5 tonne zero tailswing mini excavator.
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