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Develon DX17Z-7 vs Doosan DX63-3

The Doosan DX63-3 is the bigger machine by 7,645kg and has 20kW more power.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Develon DX17Z-7
Develon DX17Z-7 - image: Develon
DX63-3
Doosan DX63-3

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Develon DX17Z-7Doosan DX63-3
Operating weight1,910 kg (4,211 lb)9,555lb (4,334kg)
Engine power11.9 kW (16.0 hp) at 2,400 rpm42.6hp gross / 39.5hp net at 2200rpm
Dig depth2,200 mm (7 ft 3 in)-
Max dig depth-10ft 6in (3.2m)
Bucket capacity-0.19yd3 (0.145m3)

Sources: Develon DX17Z-7, Doosan DX63-3. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

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 →

Buy or hire the DX63-3 if...

  • you want one that is the bigger machine by 7,645kg
  • you want one that has 20kW more power

A compact excavator for utility, drainage and small groundworks jobs, sized to fit through a standard gateway. It suits contractors who need real digging depth without the weight and cost of a bigger machine.

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Common questions

What is the difference between the Develon DX17Z-7 and the Doosan DX63-3?

The Doosan DX63-3 is the bigger machine by 7,645kg and has 20kW more power. The Develon DX17Z-7 is a a 1.7 tonne mini excavator, Develon's smallest excavator model; the Doosan DX63-3 is a 6-tonne class mini excavator.

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