Head to head
Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9 vs Niftylift HR15 4x4
The Niftylift HR15 4x4 is the bigger machine by 950kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Key differences
- Operating weight: the Niftylift HR15 4x4 is the bigger machine by 950kg.
Specifications side by side
| Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9 | Niftylift HR15 4x4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 3550kg (7826lb) | 4,500kg diesel, 4,800kg hybrid, stated as minimum |
| Engine power | 17.7kW (23.7hp) | - |
| Max digging depth | up to 3.44m (11'3") depending on boom/stick option | - |
| Working height | - | 15.7m (51ft 6in) |
| Working outreach | - | 9.4m (31ft) |
| Platform capacity | - | 225kg |
Sources: Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9, Niftylift HR15 4x4. 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 HR15 4x4 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 950kg
A British-built boom lift favoured by hire fleets for its narrow 2m width and tight turning circle, which let it reach working heights that normally require a much larger machine on a more constrained site. The flexible boom design allows working up and over obstacles.
Full HR15 4x4 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9 and the Niftylift HR15 4x4?
The Niftylift HR15 4x4 is the bigger machine by 950kg. The Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9 is a zero tail swing mini excavator; the Niftylift HR15 4x4 is a self-propelled articulating boom lift.
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