Head to head
Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9 vs JCB 8008 CTS
The Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9 is the bigger machine by 2,544kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9 is the bigger machine by 2,544kg.
Specifications side by side
| Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9 | JCB 8008 CTS | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 3550kg (7826lb) | 1,006 kg |
| Engine power | 17.7kW (23.7hp) | - |
| Max digging depth | up to 3.44m (11'3") depending on boom/stick option | - |
| Dig depth | - | 1.69 m |
| Transport width | - | 0.7 m |
| Transport length | - | 2.68 m |
Sources: Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9, JCB 8008 CTS. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the R35Z-9 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 2,544kg
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 8008 CTS if...
The JCB 8008 CTS is a micro excavator sized to fit through a standard doorway, making it a fixture on UK internal strip-out, basement and confined-access hire fleets. Its short tail swing lets it work close to walls in spaces a 1.5-2 tonne machine cannot reach. It is typically hired for a specific job rather than bought outright.
Listed by
- Compact Plant Sales - Farnham
Common questions
What is the difference between the Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9 and the JCB 8008 CTS?
The Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9 is the bigger machine by 2,544kg. The Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9 is a zero tail swing mini excavator; the JCB 8008 CTS is a a sub-1 tonne micro excavator for confined-space and internal demolition work.
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