Head to head
Bobcat E55z vs Develon DX85R-7
The Develon DX85R-7 is the bigger machine by 4,257kg and has 12kW more power.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Develon DX85R-7 is the bigger machine by 4,257kg.
- Engine power: the Develon DX85R-7 has 12kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Bobcat E55z | Develon DX85R-7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 5271kg | 9528 kg |
| Dig depth | 3434mm | 4110 / 4670 mm (standard / long arm) |
| Engine power | 36.4kW | 48.5 kW (65 hp) @ 2100 rpm |
| Breakout force | 30.99kN | - |
| Bucket capacity | - | 0.28 m3 |
Sources: Bobcat E55z, Develon DX85R-7. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the E55z if...
A midi excavator for groundworks, utilities and landscaping contractors. At 5.3 tonnes it arrives on a lorry rather than behind a car. It digs to 3434mm. 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.
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Buy or hire the DX85R-7 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 4,257kg
- you want one that has 12kW 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 E55z and the Develon DX85R-7?
The Develon DX85R-7 is the bigger machine by 4,257kg and has 12kW more power. The Bobcat E55z is a midi excavator, zero tail swing, 3 to 6 tonnes; the Develon DX85R-7 is a 9.5 tonne midi excavator.
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