Head to head
Develon DX85R-7 vs JCB 8018 CTS
The Develon DX85R-7 is the bigger machine by 7,706kg.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Develon DX85R-7 is the bigger machine by 7,706kg.
Specifications side by side
| Develon DX85R-7 | JCB 8018 CTS | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 9528 kg | 1,822kg with cab, standard dipper, 18in bucket, full tanks and operator |
| Dig depth | 4110 / 4670 mm (standard / long arm) | 2,470mm with dozer blade raised, 2,570mm lowered |
| Engine power | 48.5 kW (65 hp) @ 2100 rpm | - |
| Bucket capacity | 0.28 m3 | - |
| Maximum reach | - | 4,028mm |
Sources: Develon DX85R-7, JCB 8018 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 7,706kg
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 8018 CTS if...
A very compact machine for groundworkers and landscapers working in domestic gardens, narrow access sites and occasionally indoors. The small footprint is the whole selling point over a 2 to 3 tonne machine, and it is what decides whether the job is possible at all.
Full 8018 CTS specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Develon DX85R-7 and the JCB 8018 CTS?
The Develon DX85R-7 is the bigger machine by 7,706kg. The Develon DX85R-7 is a 9.5 tonne midi excavator; the JCB 8018 CTS is a 1.8 tonne tracked mini excavator.
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