Head to head
Develon DX17Z-7 vs Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E
The Develon DX17Z-7 is a a 1.7 tonne mini excavator, develon's smallest excavator model. The Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E is a a 22 tonne class crawler excavator for medium civils and groundworks.
Last reviewed 2 November 2026
Specifications side by side
| Develon DX17Z-7 | Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1,910 kg (4,211 lb) | 20,470 - 25,760 kg |
| Dig depth | 2,200 mm (7 ft 3 in) | - |
| Engine power | 11.9 kW (16.0 hp) at 2,400 rpm | - |
| Gross power | - | 129 kW |
| Bucket capacity | - | 0.48 - 1.44 m3 |
| Max. digging depth | - | 6,730 mm |
| Max. digging reach | - | 9,930 mm |
Sources: Develon DX17Z-7, Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E. 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 EC220E if...
The Volvo EC220E is a mid-size crawler excavator used on larger UK groundworks, civils and demolition sites where a mini or midi excavator no longer has the reach or bucket capacity needed. Its Stage V D6 engine and Volvo cab are aimed at operators running long shifts. It is specified against similarly sized excavators from Caterpillar, Komatsu and Hitachi in the 20-22 tonne class.
Full EC220E specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Develon DX17Z-7 and the Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E?
The Develon DX17Z-7 is a a 1.7 tonne mini excavator, Develon's smallest excavator model; the Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E is a a 22 tonne class crawler excavator for medium civils and groundworks.
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