Head to head
Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9 vs Takeuchi TB240
The Takeuchi TB240 has 9kW more power and is the bigger machine by 520kg.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Takeuchi TB240 has 9kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Takeuchi TB240 is the bigger machine by 520kg.
Specifications side by side
| Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9 | Takeuchi TB240 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 3550kg (7826lb) | 4070KG |
| Engine power | 17.7kW (23.7hp) | 26.7kW |
| Max digging depth | up to 3.44m (11'3") depending on boom/stick option | - |
| Dig depth | - | 3465mm |
| Bucket breakout force | - | 30.8kN |
Sources: Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9, Takeuchi TB240. 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 TB240 if...
- you want one that has 9kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 520kg
A 4 tonne tracked excavator used by groundworkers, housebuilders and utility contractors for trenching, foundations and general digging. It sits between small mini diggers and 5 tonne machines in a typical UK hire fleet.
Full TB240 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9 and the Takeuchi TB240?
The Takeuchi TB240 has 9kW more power and is the bigger machine by 520kg. The Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9 is a zero tail swing mini excavator; the Takeuchi TB240 is a 4 tonne mini excavator with cab and air conditioning.
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