Head to head
Develon DX85R-7 vs JCB 8008 CTS
The Develon DX85R-7 is the bigger machine by 8,522kg.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Develon DX85R-7 is the bigger machine by 8,522kg.
Specifications side by side
| Develon DX85R-7 | JCB 8008 CTS | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 9528 kg | 1,006 kg |
| Dig depth | 4110 / 4670 mm (standard / long arm) | 1.69 m |
| Engine power | 48.5 kW (65 hp) @ 2100 rpm | - |
| Bucket capacity | 0.28 m3 | - |
| Transport width | - | 0.7 m |
| Transport length | - | 2.68 m |
Sources: Develon DX85R-7, JCB 8008 CTS. 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 8,522kg
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 8008 CTS if...
The JCB 8008 CTS is a micro excavator sized to fit through a standard doorway, making it a fixture on UK internal strip-out, basement and confined-access hire fleets. Its short tail swing lets it work close to walls in spaces a 1.5-2 tonne machine cannot reach. It is typically hired for a specific job rather than bought outright.
Listed by
- Compact Plant Sales - Farnham
Common questions
What is the difference between the Develon DX85R-7 and the JCB 8008 CTS?
The Develon DX85R-7 is the bigger machine by 8,522kg. The Develon DX85R-7 is a 9.5 tonne midi excavator; the JCB 8008 CTS is a a sub-1 tonne micro excavator for confined-space and internal demolition work.
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