Head to head
Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9 vs Mecalac TA6
The Mecalac TA6 has 37kW more power and is the bigger machine by 595kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Mecalac TA6 has 37kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Mecalac TA6 is the bigger machine by 595kg.
Specifications side by side
| Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9 | Mecalac TA6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 3550kg (7826lb) | 4145 kg (9138 lb) to 4345 kg (9579 lb) |
| Engine power | 17.7kW (23.7hp) | 55 kW (74hp) |
| Max digging depth | up to 3.44m (11'3") depending on boom/stick option | - |
| Payload | - | 6000 kg |
| Travel speed | - | 25 km/h |
Sources: Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9, Mecalac TA6. 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 TA6 if...
- you want one that has 37kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 595kg
A 6 tonne site dumper for groundworks, drainage and general site haulage on UK sites, with a choice of front or swivel skip. It has a foldable ROPS bar with side protection gates.
Full TA6 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9 and the Mecalac TA6?
The Mecalac TA6 has 37kW more power and is the bigger machine by 595kg. The Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9 is a zero tail swing mini excavator; the Mecalac TA6 is a 6 tonne site dumper with straight or swivel skip.
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