Head to head
Develon DX85R-7 vs Kubota U10
The Develon DX85R-7 is the bigger machine by 8,328kg and has 41kW more power.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Develon DX85R-7 is the bigger machine by 8,328kg.
- Engine power: the Develon DX85R-7 has 41kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Develon DX85R-7 | Kubota U10 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 9528 kg | 1200kg (2645lb, including operator) |
| Engine power | 48.5 kW (65 hp) @ 2100 rpm | 7.6kW (10.3hp) |
| Bucket capacity | 0.28 m3 | - |
| Dig depth | 4110 / 4670 mm (standard / long arm) | - |
| Max dig depth | - | 1.8m (5'11") |
| Bucket digging force | - | 550kg (1212lb) breakout force |
Sources: Develon DX85R-7, Kubota U10. 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 8,328kg
- you want one that has 41kW 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 U10 if...
One of the smallest excavators Kubota builds, narrow and light enough to pass through a garden gate or go up in a domestic goods lift. Used for indoor demolition, basement digs and tight garden landscaping.
Listed by
- West Sussex Plant Hire - Hassocks, Keymer
Common questions
What is the difference between the Develon DX85R-7 and the Kubota U10?
The Develon DX85R-7 is the bigger machine by 8,328kg and has 41kW more power. The Develon DX85R-7 is a 9.5 tonne midi excavator; the Kubota U10 is a micro excavator.
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