Head to head
Develon DX62R-7 vs JCB 50Z-2
The Develon DX62R-7 is the bigger machine by 1,186kg and has 8kW more power.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Develon DX62R-7 is the bigger machine by 1,186kg.
- Engine power: the Develon DX62R-7 has 8kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Develon DX62R-7 | JCB 50Z-2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 6216 kg | 5030 kg |
| Engine power | 44.3 kW (65 hp) @ 2 300 rpm | 36 kW |
| Dig depth | 3795/ 4095 mm (standard / long arm) | 3.65 m |
| Width | 2050 mm | - |
| Dump height | - | 4.08 m |
Sources: Develon DX62R-7, JCB 50Z-2. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the DX62R-7 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 1,186kg
- you want one that has 8kW more power
A 6 tonne mini excavator for utility trenching, drainage and groundworks where a larger machine is wanted without moving up to a midi. Contractors and hire fleets use it on housing and highway work.
Full DX62R-7 specifications →Buy or hire the 50Z-2 if...
A zero tailswing digger for utility trenching, house foundations and road edge work where the rear of the machine has to stay inside the track width. It is used on civils sites and hire fleets that want a 5 tonne class machine.
Full 50Z-2 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Develon DX62R-7 and the JCB 50Z-2?
The Develon DX62R-7 is the bigger machine by 1,186kg and has 8kW more power. The Develon DX62R-7 is a 6 tonne mini excavator; the JCB 50Z-2 is a 5 tonne zero tailswing mini excavator.
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