Head to head
Develon DX85R-7 vs Kubota KX71-3
The Develon DX85R-7 is the bigger machine by 2,978kg.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Develon DX85R-7 is the bigger machine by 2,978kg.
Specifications side by side
| Develon DX85R-7 | Kubota KX71-3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 9528 kg | approx. 6,550lb (2,970kg) |
| Engine power | 48.5 kW (65 hp) @ 2100 rpm | - |
| Bucket capacity | 0.28 m3 | - |
| Dig depth | 4110 / 4670 mm (standard / long arm) | - |
| Length | - | 14ft 11in |
| Width | - | 4ft 11in |
Sources: Develon DX85R-7, Kubota KX71-3. 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 2,978kg
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 KX71-3 if...
A sub-3 tonne mini excavator for small groundworks, drainage and garden digging jobs. It is a size class widely hired by landscapers and general builders for work too small to justify a larger machine.
Listed by
- Red Plant Sales Ltd - Colchester, Frating
Common questions
What is the difference between the Develon DX85R-7 and the Kubota KX71-3?
The Develon DX85R-7 is the bigger machine by 2,978kg. The Develon DX85R-7 is a 9.5 tonne midi excavator; the Kubota KX71-3 is a mini excavator.
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