Head to head
Develon DX17Z-7 vs John Deere 6170R
The John Deere 6170R has 113kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the John Deere 6170R has 113kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Develon DX17Z-7 | John Deere 6170R | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 11.9 kW (16.0 hp) at 2,400 rpm | 125kW (170hp) |
| Operating weight | 1,910 kg (4,211 lb) | - |
| Dig depth | 2,200 mm (7 ft 3 in) | - |
Sources: Develon DX17Z-7, John Deere 6170R. 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 6170R if...
- you want one that has 113kW more power
A mid-size utility tractor used on plant-hire fleets for towing plant trailers, running PTO-driven attachments and general groundwork traction where a dedicated construction tractor unit isn't justified. Suits contractors who need towing capacity rather than pure horsepower.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Develon DX17Z-7 and the John Deere 6170R?
The John Deere 6170R has 113kW more power. The Develon DX17Z-7 is a a 1.7 tonne mini excavator, Develon's smallest excavator model; the John Deere 6170R is a 170hp agricultural tractor.
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