Head to head
Develon DX85R-7 vs Kubota KX019-4
The Develon DX85R-7 is the bigger machine by 7,748kg.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Develon DX85R-7 is the bigger machine by 7,748kg.
Specifications side by side
| Develon DX85R-7 | Kubota KX019-4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 9528 kg | 1,780kg with cab, 1,680kg with canopy |
| Dig depth | 4110 / 4670 mm (standard / long arm) | 2,580mm maximum |
| Engine power | 48.5 kW (65 hp) @ 2100 rpm | - |
| Bucket capacity | 0.28 m3 | - |
| Maximum reach | - | 4,070mm |
Sources: Develon DX85R-7, Kubota KX019-4. 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 7,748kg
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 KX019-4 if...
Chosen as much for what it weighs as for what it digs: under two tonnes means it can go on a modest plant trailer behind a light vehicle, which removes the transport problem that decides many small jobs. Very common in UK hire fleets for garden and trenching work.
Full KX019-4 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Develon DX85R-7 and the Kubota KX019-4?
The Develon DX85R-7 is the bigger machine by 7,748kg. The Develon DX85R-7 is a 9.5 tonne midi excavator; the Kubota KX019-4 is a sub-2 tonne mini excavator.
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