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Develon DX62R-7 vs Kubota KX71-3

The Develon DX62R-7 is 83cm (2.5ft) wider. The Kubota KX71-3 is the bigger machine by 334kg.

Last reviewed 6 October 2026

DX62R-7
Develon DX62R-7
Kubota KX71-3
Kubota KX71-3 - image: Penrith Tool Hire

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Develon DX62R-7Kubota KX71-3
Operating weight6216 kgapprox. 6,550lb (2,970kg)
Width2050 mm4ft 11in
Engine power44.3 kW (65 hp) @ 2 300 rpm-
Dig depth3795/ 4095 mm (standard / long arm)-
Length-14ft 11in

Sources: Develon DX62R-7, Kubota KX71-3. 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 83cm (2.5ft) wider

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 KX71-3 if...

  • you want one that is the bigger machine by 334kg

A sub-3 tonne mini excavator for small groundworks, drainage and garden digging jobs. It is a size class widely hired by landscapers and general builders for work too small to justify a larger machine.

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Full KX71-3 specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Develon DX62R-7 and the Kubota KX71-3?

The Develon DX62R-7 is 83cm (2.5ft) wider. The Kubota KX71-3 is the bigger machine by 334kg. The Develon DX62R-7 is a 6 tonne mini excavator; the Kubota KX71-3 is a mini excavator.

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