Head to head
Develon DX17Z-7 vs Kubota KX080-4a
The Kubota KX080-4a is the bigger machine by 6,330kg and has 35kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Kubota KX080-4a is the bigger machine by 6,330kg.
- Engine power: the Kubota KX080-4a has 35kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Develon DX17Z-7 | Kubota KX080-4a | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1,910 kg (4,211 lb) | 8240kg |
| Engine power | 11.9 kW (16.0 hp) at 2,400 rpm | 63.2PS |
| Dig depth | 2,200 mm (7 ft 3 in) | - |
Sources: Develon DX17Z-7, Kubota KX080-4a. 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 KX080-4a if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 6,330kg
- you want one that has 35kW more power
A 6 to 10 tonne machine for site clearance, drainage and bulk digging, often run with a dumper alongside. At 8.2 tonnes it moves on a lorry or low-loader.
Listed by
- Standard Plant Hire - Keston
Common questions
What is the difference between the Develon DX17Z-7 and the Kubota KX080-4a?
The Kubota KX080-4a is the bigger machine by 6,330kg and has 35kW more power. The Develon DX17Z-7 is a a 1.7 tonne mini excavator, Develon's smallest excavator model; the Kubota KX080-4a is a tracked excavator, 6 to 10 tonnes.
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