Head to head
Bobcat E35z vs Develon DX17Z-7
The Bobcat E35z is the bigger machine by 1,589kg and has 6kW more power.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Bobcat E35z is the bigger machine by 1,589kg.
- Engine power: the Bobcat E35z has 6kW more power.
- Dig depth: the Bobcat E35z digs 92cm (3ft) deeper.
Specifications side by side
| Bobcat E35z | Develon DX17Z-7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 3499 kg | 1,910 kg (4,211 lb) |
| Dig depth | 3117 mm | 2,200 mm (7 ft 3 in) |
| Engine power | 18.2 kW | 11.9 kW (16.0 hp) at 2,400 rpm |
Sources: Bobcat E35z, Develon DX17Z-7. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the E35z if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 1,589kg
- you want one that has 6kW more power
- you want one that digs 92cm (3ft) deeper
A zero tail swing mini excavator for groundworks, drainage and utility work where the rear of the machine must stay inside the track width. Contractors and plant hire fleets use this class for trenching and foundations in confined sites.
Full E35z specifications →Buy or hire the DX17Z-7 if...
The Develon DX17Z-7 is the smallest excavator in the Develon range, formerly sold as a Doosan model before the 2023 rebrand, and competes for the same confined-space and landscaping hire jobs as the JCB 8008 CTS and Kubota KX019-4. UK dealers that previously stocked it as a Doosan now sell and service it under the Develon name with the same parts and support lines. It gives hire companies a mini excavator option outside the usual Kubota, JCB and Takeuchi trio at a similar size point.
Full DX17Z-7 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Bobcat E35z and the Develon DX17Z-7?
The Bobcat E35z is the bigger machine by 1,589kg and has 6kW more power. The Bobcat E35z is a 3.5 tonne zero tail swing mini excavator; the Develon DX17Z-7 is a a 1.7 tonne mini excavator, Develon's smallest excavator model.
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