Head to head
Develon DX85R-7 vs JCB 35Z-1
The Develon DX85R-7 is the bigger machine by 5,972kg and has 30kW more power.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Develon DX85R-7 is the bigger machine by 5,972kg.
- Engine power: the Develon DX85R-7 has 30kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Develon DX85R-7 | JCB 35Z-1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 9528 kg | 3556 kg |
| Engine power | 48.5 kW (65 hp) @ 2100 rpm | 18.4 kW |
| Dig depth | 4110 / 4670 mm (standard / long arm) | 3.48 m |
| Bucket capacity | 0.28 m3 | - |
| Dump height | - | 3.53 m |
Sources: Develon DX85R-7, JCB 35Z-1. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the DX85R-7 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 5,972kg
- you want one that has 30kW more power
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 35Z-1 if...
A common step up from the 2 to 3 tonne diggers for house foundations, utility trenching and landscaping on tight urban sites. Zero tailswing lets it slew close to walls and traffic.
Full 35Z-1 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Develon DX85R-7 and the JCB 35Z-1?
The Develon DX85R-7 is the bigger machine by 5,972kg and has 30kW more power. The Develon DX85R-7 is a 9.5 tonne midi excavator; the JCB 35Z-1 is a 3.5 tonne zero-tailswing mini excavator.
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