Head to head
Develon DX85R-7 vs Kubota U20
The Develon DX85R-7 has 35kW more power.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Develon DX85R-7 has 35kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Develon DX85R-7 | Kubota U20 | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 48.5 kW (65 hp) @ 2100 rpm | 13.5kW / 19hp |
| Operating weight | 9528 kg | - |
| Bucket capacity | 0.28 m3 | - |
| Dig depth | 4110 / 4670 mm (standard / long arm) | - |
| Machine weight | - | 2,380kg (cab) / 2,180kg (canopy) |
| Max dig depth | - | 2,540mm |
| Max width | - | 1,500mm |
| Travel speed | - | 2.2 / 4.2km/h |
Sources: Develon DX85R-7, Kubota U20. 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 has 35kW 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 U20 if...
A compact zero-tailswing excavator sized to fit through a domestic gateway, used for groundworks, drainage and garden landscaping jobs where space is tight.
Listed by
- West Sussex Plant Hire - Hassocks, Keymer
Common questions
What is the difference between the Develon DX85R-7 and the Kubota U20?
The Develon DX85R-7 has 35kW more power. The Develon DX85R-7 is a 9.5 tonne midi excavator; the Kubota U20 is a 2-tonne class mini excavator.
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