Head to head
JCB 35Z-1 vs Kubota U10-3
The JCB 35Z-1 is the bigger machine by 2,436kg and has 11kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the JCB 35Z-1 is the bigger machine by 2,436kg.
- Engine power: the JCB 35Z-1 has 11kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| JCB 35Z-1 | Kubota U10-3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 3556 kg | 1120kg |
| Engine power | 18.4 kW | 10.2PS |
| Dig depth | 3.48 m | - |
| Dump height | 3.53 m | - |
Sources: JCB 35Z-1, Kubota U10-3. 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 is the bigger machine by 2,436kg
- you want one that has 11kW more power
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 U10-3 if...
A micro digger. At 1,120kg it is the machine people hire for back gardens, small drainage runs and work inside buildings. It is light enough to move on a small braked plant trailer.
Listed by
- Compact Plant Sales - Farnham
Common questions
What is the difference between the JCB 35Z-1 and the Kubota U10-3?
The JCB 35Z-1 is the bigger machine by 2,436kg and has 11kW more power. The JCB 35Z-1 is a 3.5 tonne zero-tailswing mini excavator; the Kubota U10-3 is a micro excavator, under 1.3 tonnes.
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