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Develon DX85R-7 vs Kubota KX060-5

The Develon DX85R-7 is the bigger machine by 4,087kg and has 1kW more power.

Last reviewed 6 October 2026

DX85R-7
Develon DX85R-7
Kubota KX060-5
Kubota KX060-5 - image: Kubota (U.K.) Limited

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Develon DX85R-7Kubota KX060-5
Operating weight9528 kg5441 kg
Engine power48.5 kW (65 hp) @ 2100 rpm47.6 kw
Dig depth4110 / 4670 mm (standard / long arm)3875 mm
Bucket capacity0.28 m3-
Width-1960 mm

Sources: Develon DX85R-7, Kubota KX060-5. 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 4,087kg
  • you want one that has 1kW 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 KX060-5 if...

A 5 tonne class digger for groundworks and civils contractors on deeper trenching, pipe laying and loading, and a common step up from 3 to 4 tonne hire machines.

Full KX060-5 specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Develon DX85R-7 and the Kubota KX060-5?

The Develon DX85R-7 is the bigger machine by 4,087kg and has 1kW more power. The Develon DX85R-7 is a 9.5 tonne midi excavator; the Kubota KX060-5 is a 5 tonne class mini excavator.

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