Head to head
Develon DX17Z-7 vs Mecalac 6MCR
The Mecalac 6MCR has 542kW more power and is the bigger machine by 3,790kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Mecalac 6MCR has 542kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Mecalac 6MCR is the bigger machine by 3,790kg.
Specifications side by side
| Develon DX17Z-7 | Mecalac 6MCR | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1,910 kg (4,211 lb) | 5700 kg (12,600 lb) / 6100 kg (13,500 lb) |
| Engine power | 11.9 kW (16.0 hp) at 2,400 rpm | 55,4 kW |
| Dig depth | 2,200 mm (7 ft 3 in) | - |
| Tail swing radius | - | 1170 mm |
| Travel speed | - | 10 km/h |
Sources: Develon DX17Z-7, Mecalac 6MCR. 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 6MCR if...
- you want one that has 542kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 3,790kg
A compact crawler excavator for utility trenching, landscaping and work between buildings where a 2 tonne class footprint is needed with 6 tonne digging performance. Used by groundworks and utility contractors on tight UK sites.
Full 6MCR specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Develon DX17Z-7 and the Mecalac 6MCR?
The Mecalac 6MCR has 542kW more power and is the bigger machine by 3,790kg. The Develon DX17Z-7 is a a 1.7 tonne mini excavator, Develon's smallest excavator model; the Mecalac 6MCR is a 6 tonne crawler skid-excavator with compact tail swing.
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