Head to head
Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9 vs JCB 9T-2
The JCB 9T-2 has 37kW more power and is the bigger machine by 1,850kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the JCB 9T-2 has 37kW more power.
- Operating weight: the JCB 9T-2 is the bigger machine by 1,850kg.
Specifications side by side
| Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9 | JCB 9T-2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 3550kg (7826lb) | 5,400kg |
| Engine power | 17.7kW (23.7hp) | 55kW (74hp) |
| Max digging depth | up to 3.44m (11'3") depending on boom/stick option | - |
| Payload | - | 9,000kg |
Sources: Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9, JCB 9T-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 9T-2 if...
- you want one that has 37kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 1,850kg
A high-capacity straight-tip dumper for groundworks and civils contractors moving large volumes of spoil or aggregate on bigger sites, where a smaller dumper would mean too many trips. Requires an operator holding the appropriate site dumper category.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9 and the JCB 9T-2?
The JCB 9T-2 has 37kW more power and is the bigger machine by 1,850kg. The Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9 is a zero tail swing mini excavator; the JCB 9T-2 is a 9 tonne payload site dumper.
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