Head to head
Develon DX85R-7 vs Hitachi ZX145W-6
The Hitachi ZX145W-6 has 57kW more power.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX145W-6 has 57kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Develon DX85R-7 | Hitachi ZX145W-6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 9528 kg | 15,000 - 17,200kg |
| Engine power | 48.5 kW (65 hp) @ 2100 rpm | 105kW (ISO14396) |
| Dig depth | 4110 / 4670 mm (standard / long arm) | 5,520 - 5,770mm |
| Bucket capacity | 0.28 m3 | - |
Sources: Develon DX85R-7, Hitachi ZX145W-6. 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 ZX145W-6 if...
- you want one that has 57kW more power
Suits municipal and utility contractors who need a mobile, road-going digger for drainage and reinstatement work spread across several sites in a day. The wheeled undercarriage trades some stability for speed between jobs.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Develon DX85R-7 and the Hitachi ZX145W-6?
The Hitachi ZX145W-6 has 57kW more power. The Develon DX85R-7 is a 9.5 tonne midi excavator; the Hitachi ZX145W-6 is a 14-17 tonne wheeled excavator.
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