Head to head
Caterpillar 352F vs Develon DX85R-7
The Caterpillar 352F is the bigger machine by 106,172kg.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Caterpillar 352F is the bigger machine by 106,172kg.
Specifications side by side
| Caterpillar 352F | Develon DX85R-7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 115,700lb (~52.5 tonnes) | 9528 kg |
| Engine | Cat C13 ACERT, 417hp net | - |
| Fuel capacity | 190 US gallons | - |
| Max travel speed | 2.9mph | - |
| Engine power | - | 48.5 kW (65 hp) @ 2100 rpm |
| Bucket capacity | - | 0.28 m3 |
| Dig depth | - | 4110 / 4670 mm (standard / long arm) |
Sources: Caterpillar 352F, Develon DX85R-7. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 352F if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 106,172kg
A large excavator for bulk earthmoving and quarry-scale digging rather than site groundworks. Contractors hire it for big-volume dig and load jobs where a mid-size machine would be too slow.
Listed by
- Daly Plant Hire Ltd - Tadworth, Kingswood
Buy or hire the DX85R-7 if...
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 Caterpillar 352F and the Develon DX85R-7?
The Caterpillar 352F is the bigger machine by 106,172kg. The Caterpillar 352F is a large hydraulic excavator; the Develon DX85R-7 is a 9.5 tonne midi excavator.
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