Head to head
Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9 vs SANY SY26U
The Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9 is the bigger machine by 890kg and has 3kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9 is the bigger machine by 890kg.
- Engine power: the Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9 has 3kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9 | SANY SY26U | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 3550kg (7826lb) | 2,660 kg |
| Engine power | 17.7kW (23.7hp) | 14.6 kW at 2,400 rpm |
| Max digging depth | up to 3.44m (11'3") depending on boom/stick option | - |
| Dig depth | - | 2,810 mm |
| Transport width | - | 1,550 mm |
Sources: Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9, SANY SY26U. 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 890kg
- you want one that has 3kW more power
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 SY26U if...
The SANY SY26U is a 2.6 tonne mini excavator positioned as a value alternative to the established Kubota, JCB and Takeuchi machines in the same size class, sold in the UK through a small number of appointed dealers. SANY's UK presence is newer and thinner than the market leaders, so buyers weigh the lower purchase price against a less mature parts and resale network. It is more often bought outright by owner-operators than stocked in volume by the large national hire fleets.
Full SY26U specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9 and the SANY SY26U?
The Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9 is the bigger machine by 890kg and has 3kW more power. The Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9 is a zero tail swing mini excavator; the SANY SY26U is a a 2.6 tonne mini excavator.
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