Head to head
JCB 16C-1 vs JCB 35Z-1
The JCB 35Z-1 is the bigger machine by 1,807kg and has 7kW more power.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the JCB 35Z-1 is the bigger machine by 1,807kg.
- Engine power: the JCB 35Z-1 has 7kW more power.
- Dig depth: the JCB 35Z-1 digs 91cm (3ft) deeper.
Specifications side by side
| JCB 16C-1 | JCB 35Z-1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1749 kg | 3556 kg |
| Engine power | 11.7 kW | 18.4 kW |
| Dig depth | 2.57 m | 3.48 m |
| Dump height | 2.63 m | 3.53 m |
Sources: JCB 16C-1, JCB 35Z-1. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 16C-1 if...
A small tow-behind digger for domestic groundworks, drainage and service trenches where a van or pickup is the transport. It suits hire fleets and builders working in gardens and tight side access.
Full 16C-1 specifications →Buy or hire the 35Z-1 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 1,807kg
- you want one that has 7kW more power
- you want one that digs 91cm (3ft) deeper
A common step up from the 2 to 3 tonne diggers for house foundations, utility trenching and landscaping on tight urban sites. Zero tailswing lets it slew close to walls and traffic.
Full 35Z-1 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the JCB 16C-1 and the JCB 35Z-1?
The JCB 35Z-1 is the bigger machine by 1,807kg and has 7kW more power. The JCB 16C-1 is a 1.5 tonne micro mini excavator; the JCB 35Z-1 is a 3.5 tonne zero-tailswing mini excavator.
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