Head to head
Develon DX85R-7 vs Kubota U27-4
The Develon DX85R-7 is the bigger machine by 6,938kg.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Develon DX85R-7 is the bigger machine by 6,938kg.
Specifications side by side
| Develon DX85R-7 | Kubota U27-4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 9528 kg | 2,590kg or 2,490kg depending on variant |
| Dig depth | 4110 / 4670 mm (standard / long arm) | 2,820mm maximum |
| Engine power | 48.5 kW (65 hp) @ 2100 rpm | - |
| Bucket capacity | 0.28 m3 | - |
| Maximum reach | - | 4,740mm |
Sources: Develon DX85R-7, Kubota U27-4. 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 6,938kg
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 U27-4 if...
The step up from the KX019-4 when you need more depth and reach but still have to work close to walls and fences. Tight tail swing is what makes it usable in an occupied garden, and it is one of the most common hire machines in Britain for exactly that reason.
Listed by
- MY Tool Hire Ltd - Harrow
- Standard Plant Hire - Keston
Common questions
What is the difference between the Develon DX85R-7 and the Kubota U27-4?
The Develon DX85R-7 is the bigger machine by 6,938kg. The Develon DX85R-7 is a 9.5 tonne midi excavator; the Kubota U27-4 is a tight tail swing compact excavator, around 2.5 tonnes.
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