Head to head
Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9 vs Merlo P30.10
The Merlo P30.10 has 536kW more power and is the bigger machine by 4,050kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Merlo P30.10 has 536kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Merlo P30.10 is the bigger machine by 4,050kg.
Specifications side by side
| Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9 | Merlo P30.10 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 3550kg (7826lb) | 7600 kg |
| Engine power | 17.7kW (23.7hp) | 55,4 kW at 2,200 rpm |
| Max digging depth | up to 3.44m (11'3") depending on boom/stick option | - |
| Load capacity | - | 3000 kg |
| Lifting height | - | 9.8 m |
Sources: Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9, Merlo P30.10. 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 P30.10 if...
- you want one that has 536kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 4,050kg
A telehandler with a 3 tonne capacity and a lift of nearly 10 metres, for building and construction work such as loading roofs and upper floors on UK sites.
Full P30.10 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9 and the Merlo P30.10?
The Merlo P30.10 has 536kW more power and is the bigger machine by 4,050kg. The Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9 is a zero tail swing mini excavator; the Merlo P30.10 is a 3 tonne telehandler with 10 metre class lift.
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