Head to head
Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9 vs Wacker Neuson ET18
The Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9 has 4kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9 has 4kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9 | Wacker Neuson ET18 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 3550kg (7826lb) | 1,725 to 2,405 kg |
| Engine power | 17.7kW (23.7hp) | 13.8 kW |
| Max digging depth | up to 3.44m (11'3") depending on boom/stick option | - |
| Breakout force | - | 18.8 kN |
| Length | - | 3,854 mm |
| Dig depth | - | 2,402 mm |
| Width | - | 990 mm |
| Height | - | 2,289 mm |
Sources: Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9, Wacker Neuson ET18. 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 has 4kW 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 ET18 if...
The 1.5 tonne class is the busiest size in UK hire fleets. At 1,725kg it digs to 2,402 mm for footings, drainage runs and fence posts.
Listed by
- GEM Plant Sales Limited - Ashford, Sevington, Willesborough
Common questions
What is the difference between the Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9 and the Wacker Neuson ET18?
The Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9 has 4kW more power. The Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9 is a zero tail swing mini excavator; the Wacker Neuson ET18 is a 1.5 tonne class mini excavator.
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