Head to head
JCB 35Z-1 vs Kubota KX016-4
The JCB 35Z-1 has 9kW more power and digs 1.23m (4ft) deeper.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the JCB 35Z-1 has 9kW more power.
- Dig depth: the JCB 35Z-1 digs 1.23m (4ft) deeper.
Specifications side by side
| JCB 35Z-1 | Kubota KX016-4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 3556 kg | up to 1540kg |
| Dig depth | 3.48 m | 2250mm |
| Engine power | 18.4 kW | 9.6kW (13hp) |
| Dump height | 3.53 m | - |
| Width | - | 1240mm |
Sources: JCB 35Z-1, Kubota KX016-4. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 35Z-1 if...
- you want one that has 9kW more power
- you want one that digs 1.23m (4ft) 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 →Buy or hire the KX016-4 if...
The 1.5 tonne class is the busiest size in UK hire fleets. At 1,540kg it goes on a braked plant trailer behind a large 4x4 or pickup, and digs to 2250mm for footings, drainage runs and fence posts.
Full KX016-4 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the JCB 35Z-1 and the Kubota KX016-4?
The JCB 35Z-1 has 9kW more power and digs 1.23m (4ft) deeper. The JCB 35Z-1 is a 3.5 tonne zero-tailswing mini excavator; the Kubota KX016-4 is a 1.5 tonne class mini excavator.
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