Head to head
Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9 vs Kubota KX71-3
The Kubota KX71-3 is the bigger machine by 3 tonnes.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Kubota KX71-3 is the bigger machine by 3 tonnes.
Specifications side by side
| Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9 | Kubota KX71-3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 3550kg (7826lb) | approx. 6,550lb (2,970kg) |
| Engine power | 17.7kW (23.7hp) | - |
| Max digging depth | up to 3.44m (11'3") depending on boom/stick option | - |
| Length | - | 14ft 11in |
| Width | - | 4ft 11in |
Sources: Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9, Kubota KX71-3. 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 KX71-3 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 3 tonnes
A sub-3 tonne mini excavator for small groundworks, drainage and garden digging jobs. It is a size class widely hired by landscapers and general builders for work too small to justify a larger machine.
Listed by
- Red Plant Sales Ltd - Colchester, Frating
Common questions
What is the difference between the Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9 and the Kubota KX71-3?
The Kubota KX71-3 is the bigger machine by 3 tonnes. The Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9 is a zero tail swing mini excavator; the Kubota KX71-3 is a mini excavator.
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