Head to head
Develon DX62R-7 vs Kubota U27-4
The Develon DX62R-7 is the bigger machine by 3,626kg.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Develon DX62R-7 is the bigger machine by 3,626kg.
Specifications side by side
| Develon DX62R-7 | Kubota U27-4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 6216 kg | 2,590kg or 2,490kg depending on variant |
| Dig depth | 3795/ 4095 mm (standard / long arm) | 2,820mm maximum |
| Engine power | 44.3 kW (65 hp) @ 2 300 rpm | - |
| Width | 2050 mm | - |
| Maximum reach | - | 4,740mm |
Sources: Develon DX62R-7, Kubota U27-4. 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 3,626kg
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 U27-4 if...
The step up from the KX019-4 when you need more depth and reach but still have to work close to walls and fences. Tight tail swing is what makes it usable in an occupied garden, and it is one of the most common hire machines in Britain for exactly that reason.
Listed by
- MY Tool Hire Ltd - Harrow
- Standard Plant Hire - Keston
Common questions
What is the difference between the Develon DX62R-7 and the Kubota U27-4?
The Develon DX62R-7 is the bigger machine by 3,626kg. The Develon DX62R-7 is a 6 tonne mini excavator; the Kubota U27-4 is a tight tail swing compact excavator, around 2.5 tonnes.
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