Head to head
Develon DX17Z-7 vs Kubota U50-5
The Kubota U50-5 has 29kW more power and is the bigger machine by 2,865kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Kubota U50-5 has 29kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Kubota U50-5 is the bigger machine by 2,865kg.
- Dig depth: the Kubota U50-5 digs 1.17m (4ft) deeper.
Specifications side by side
| Develon DX17Z-7 | Kubota U50-5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1,910 kg (4,211 lb) | 4,775kg |
| Dig depth | 2,200 mm (7 ft 3 in) | 3,370mm |
| Engine power | 11.9 kW (16.0 hp) at 2,400 rpm | 40.4kW |
Sources: Develon DX17Z-7, Kubota U50-5. 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 U50-5 if...
- you want one that has 29kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 2,865kg
- you want one that digs 1.17m (4ft) deeper
A mid-size mini excavator for groundworkers who need more reach and dig depth than the smaller Kubota models while still keeping a compact machine for site access. Suits drainage, footings and utility trenching.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
- Standard Plant Hire - Keston
Common questions
What is the difference between the Develon DX17Z-7 and the Kubota U50-5?
The Kubota U50-5 has 29kW more power and is the bigger machine by 2,865kg. The Develon DX17Z-7 is a a 1.7 tonne mini excavator, Develon's smallest excavator model; the Kubota U50-5 is a 4.8 tonne mini excavator.
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