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Develon DX17Z-7 vs Terex Finlay C-1540

The Terex Finlay C-1540 is the bigger machine by 31,440kg.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Develon DX17Z-7
Develon DX17Z-7 - image: Develon
C-1540
Terex Finlay C-1540

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Develon DX17Z-7Terex Finlay C-1540
Operating weight1,910 kg (4,211 lb)33,350kg (transport weight)
Dig depth2,200 mm (7 ft 3 in)-
Engine power11.9 kW (16.0 hp) at 2,400 rpm-
Crusher-Finlay 1000 cone crusher, 1000mm (40in) head diameter
Power unit-CAT or Scania, 257-261kW (350hp)
Features-Hydraulic closed side setting, automatic tramp relief, integrated level sensor

Sources: Develon DX17Z-7, Terex Finlay C-1540. 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 C-1540 if...

  • you want one that is the bigger machine by 31,440kg

A tracked mobile cone crusher aimed at medium-sized quarry operators and contract crushing firms who need to process rock or recycled aggregate on site rather than trucking it to a fixed plant.

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Common questions

What is the difference between the Develon DX17Z-7 and the Terex Finlay C-1540?

The Terex Finlay C-1540 is the bigger machine by 31,440kg. The Develon DX17Z-7 is a a 1.7 tonne mini excavator, Develon's smallest excavator model; the Terex Finlay C-1540 is a tracked mobile cone crusher.

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