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Develon DX85R-7 vs Doosan DX235LC

The Doosan DX235LC has 76kW more power and is the bigger machine by 13,672kg.

Last reviewed 6 October 2026

DX85R-7
Develon DX85R-7
Doosan DX235LC
Doosan DX235LC - image: Develon (formerly Doosan Construction Equipment)

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Develon DX85R-7Doosan DX235LC
Operating weight9528 kg23.2 tonnes
Engine power48.5 kW (65 hp) @ 2100 rpm124kW (Doosan DL06P)
Bucket capacity0.28 m31.05m3 standard (0.51-1.32m3 range)
Dig depth4110 / 4670 mm (standard / long arm)-
Max digging depth-6.095m

Sources: Develon DX85R-7, Doosan DX235LC. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the DX85R-7 if...

A midi excavator for deeper drainage, ducting and foundation work where a mini digger is too small but a full size machine is not needed. It is used by civils contractors and plant hire fleets on road and utility sites.

Full DX85R-7 specifications →

Buy or hire the DX235LC if...

  • you want one that has 76kW more power
  • you want one that is the bigger machine by 13,672kg

A mid-size crawler excavator used for groundworks, drainage and general digging on commercial sites. Its 23-tonne class puts it between compact excavators and the larger machines used for bulk earthmoving.

Full DX235LC specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Develon DX85R-7 and the Doosan DX235LC?

The Doosan DX235LC has 76kW more power and is the bigger machine by 13,672kg. The Develon DX85R-7 is a 9.5 tonne midi excavator; the Doosan DX235LC is a 23-tonne class crawler excavator.

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