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Develon DX17Z-7 vs Wacker Neuson ET145

The Wacker Neuson ET145 is the bigger machine by 13,641kg and has 43kW more power.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Develon DX17Z-7
Develon DX17Z-7 - image: Develon
Wacker Neuson ET145
Wacker Neuson ET145 - image: wackerneuson.co.uk

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Develon DX17Z-7Wacker Neuson ET145
Operating weight1,910 kg (4,211 lb)15,551 to 17,275 kg
Dig depth2,200 mm (7 ft 3 in)5,442 mm
Engine power11.9 kW (16.0 hp) at 2,400 rpm55 kW
Breakout force-91 kN
Length-7,788 mm
Width-2,490 mm
Height-2,786 mm

Sources: Develon DX17Z-7, Wacker Neuson ET145. 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 ET145 if...

  • you want one that is the bigger machine by 13,641kg
  • you want one that has 43kW more power
  • you want one that digs 3.24m (10.5ft) deeper

A full-size excavator for civil engineering, bulk earthmoving and demolition. At 15.6 tonnes it moves on a low-loader and is often hired with an operator. It digs to 5,442 mm.

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Common questions

What is the difference between the Develon DX17Z-7 and the Wacker Neuson ET145?

The Wacker Neuson ET145 is the bigger machine by 13,641kg and has 43kW more power. The Develon DX17Z-7 is a a 1.7 tonne mini excavator, Develon's smallest excavator model; the Wacker Neuson ET145 is a full-size tracked excavator.

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