Head to head
Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9 vs JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel
The JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel is the bigger machine by 1,290kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel is the bigger machine by 1,290kg.
Specifications side by side
| Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9 | JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 3550kg (7826lb) | 4,840kg |
| Engine power | 17.7kW (23.7hp) | - |
| Max digging depth | up to 3.44m (11'3") depending on boom/stick option | - |
| Skip capacity | - | 3,191 litres (heaped) |
Sources: Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9, JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel. 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 6ST-2S5 Swivel if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 1,290kg
Suits groundworkers who need to tip to the side or rear without turning the whole machine, useful in trenches or narrow access where reversing to line up a straight-tip skip is awkward. The 6 tonne capacity sits in the middle of JCB's swivel dumper range.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9 and the JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel?
The JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel is the bigger machine by 1,290kg. The Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9 is a zero tail swing mini excavator; the JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel is a 6 tonne swivel-skip site dumper.
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