Head to head
Bobcat E17z vs Develon DX85R-7
The Develon DX85R-7 is the bigger machine by 7,816kg and has 38kW more power.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Develon DX85R-7 is the bigger machine by 7,816kg.
- Engine power: the Develon DX85R-7 has 38kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Bobcat E17z | Develon DX85R-7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1712kg | 9528 kg |
| Dig depth | 2230mm | 4110 / 4670 mm (standard / long arm) |
| Engine power | 10.1kW | 48.5 kW (65 hp) @ 2100 rpm |
| Breakout force | 11.92kN | - |
| Bucket capacity | - | 0.28 m3 |
Sources: Bobcat E17z, Develon DX85R-7. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the E17z if...
The 1.5 tonne class is the busiest size in UK hire fleets. At 1,712kg it goes on a braked plant trailer behind a large 4x4 or pickup, and digs to 2230mm for footings, drainage runs and fence posts. Zero tail swing means the back of the machine stays inside the tracks when it slews, so it can work tight against a wall or in one lane of a road.
Listed by
- Compact Plant Sales - Farnham
- HG Plant Sales - Maldon, Langford
Buy or hire the DX85R-7 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 7,816kg
- you want one that has 38kW more power
A midi excavator for deeper drainage, ducting and foundation work where a mini digger is too small but a full size machine is not needed. It is used by civils contractors and plant hire fleets on road and utility sites.
Full DX85R-7 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Bobcat E17z and the Develon DX85R-7?
The Develon DX85R-7 is the bigger machine by 7,816kg and has 38kW more power. The Bobcat E17z is a 1.5 tonne class mini excavator, zero tail swing; the Develon DX85R-7 is a 9.5 tonne midi excavator.
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