Head to head
Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9 vs Kubota KX060-5
The Kubota KX060-5 has 30kW more power and is the bigger machine by 1,891kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026


Key differences
- Engine power: the Kubota KX060-5 has 30kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Kubota KX060-5 is the bigger machine by 1,891kg.
Specifications side by side
| Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9 | Kubota KX060-5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 3550kg (7826lb) | 5441 kg |
| Engine power | 17.7kW (23.7hp) | 47.6 kw |
| Max digging depth | up to 3.44m (11'3") depending on boom/stick option | - |
| Dig depth | - | 3875 mm |
| Width | - | 1960 mm |
Sources: Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9, Kubota KX060-5. 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 KX060-5 if...
- you want one that has 30kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 1,891kg
A 5 tonne class digger for groundworks and civils contractors on deeper trenching, pipe laying and loading, and a common step up from 3 to 4 tonne hire machines.
Full KX060-5 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9 and the Kubota KX060-5?
The Kubota KX060-5 has 30kW more power and is the bigger machine by 1,891kg. The Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9 is a zero tail swing mini excavator; the Kubota KX060-5 is a 5 tonne class mini excavator.
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