Head to head
Develon DX85R-7 vs Kubota KX030-4
The Develon DX85R-7 is the bigger machine by 6,738kg and has 31kW more power.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Develon DX85R-7 is the bigger machine by 6,738kg.
- Engine power: the Develon DX85R-7 has 31kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Develon DX85R-7 | Kubota KX030-4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 9528 kg | 2790 kg |
| Engine power | 48.5 kW (65 hp) @ 2100 rpm | 17.7 kw |
| Dig depth | 4110 / 4670 mm (standard / long arm) | 2870 mm |
| Bucket capacity | 0.28 m3 | - |
| Width | - | 1500 mm |
Sources: Develon DX85R-7, Kubota KX030-4. 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 6,738kg
- you want one that has 31kW 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 KX030-4 if...
A 3 tonne class digger for hire fleets, groundworkers and landscapers on trenching, drainage and foundation work in confined spaces. The reduced overhang helps on tight sites.
Full KX030-4 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Develon DX85R-7 and the Kubota KX030-4?
The Develon DX85R-7 is the bigger machine by 6,738kg and has 31kW more power. The Develon DX85R-7 is a 9.5 tonne midi excavator; the Kubota KX030-4 is a 2.8 tonne class mini excavator.
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