Head to head
Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9 vs Kubota U27-4
The Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9 is the bigger machine by 960kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9 is the bigger machine by 960kg.
Specifications side by side
| Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9 | Kubota U27-4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 3550kg (7826lb) | 2,590kg or 2,490kg depending on variant |
| Engine power | 17.7kW (23.7hp) | - |
| Max digging depth | up to 3.44m (11'3") depending on boom/stick option | - |
| Dig depth | - | 2,820mm maximum |
| Maximum reach | - | 4,740mm |
Sources: Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9, Kubota U27-4. 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 960kg
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 U27-4 if...
The step up from the KX019-4 when you need more depth and reach but still have to work close to walls and fences. Tight tail swing is what makes it usable in an occupied garden, and it is one of the most common hire machines in Britain for exactly that reason.
Listed by
- MY Tool Hire Ltd - Harrow
- Standard Plant Hire - Keston
Common questions
What is the difference between the Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9 and the Kubota U27-4?
The Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9 is the bigger machine by 960kg. The Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9 is a zero tail swing mini excavator; the Kubota U27-4 is a tight tail swing compact excavator, around 2.5 tonnes.
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