Head to head
Develon DX85R-7 vs Hitachi ZX225US-7
The Hitachi ZX225US-7 has 80kW more power.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
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Key differences
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX225US-7 has 80kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Develon DX85R-7 | Hitachi ZX225US-7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 9528 kg | 24,800 - 29,100kg |
| Engine power | 48.5 kW (65 hp) @ 2100 rpm | 128.4kW (ISO14396) / 122kW (ISO9249) |
| Dig depth | 4110 / 4670 mm (standard / long arm) | 6,120mm |
| Bucket capacity | 0.28 m3 | - |
Sources: Develon DX85R-7, Hitachi ZX225US-7. 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 ZX225US-7 if...
- you want one that has 80kW more power
For contractors working in restricted yards or alongside live structures who still need the dig performance of a 20-tonne-plus machine. The reduced tail swing keeps the counterweight closer to the tracks than a standard crawler excavator of this size.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Develon DX85R-7 and the Hitachi ZX225US-7?
The Hitachi ZX225US-7 has 80kW more power. The Develon DX85R-7 is a 9.5 tonne midi excavator; the Hitachi ZX225US-7 is a 22-29 tonne reduced-tail-swing medium excavator.
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