Head to head
Develon DX85R-7 vs Kubota U36-4
The Develon DX85R-7 has 31kW more power and is the bigger machine by 5,773kg.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Develon DX85R-7 has 31kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Develon DX85R-7 is the bigger machine by 5,773kg.
Specifications side by side
| Develon DX85R-7 | Kubota U36-4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 9528 kg | 3755 kg |
| Engine power | 48.5 kW (65 hp) @ 2100 rpm | 17.8 kw |
| Dig depth | 4110 / 4670 mm (standard / long arm) | 3410 mm |
| Bucket capacity | 0.28 m3 | - |
| Width | - | 1700 mm |
Sources: Develon DX85R-7, Kubota U36-4. 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 has 31kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 5,773kg
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 U36-4 if...
A zero-tail swing digger for builders, utility firms and hire fleets working beside walls, fences and live traffic. Common for trenching, foundations and drainage on urban sites.
Full U36-4 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Develon DX85R-7 and the Kubota U36-4?
The Develon DX85R-7 has 31kW more power and is the bigger machine by 5,773kg. The Develon DX85R-7 is a 9.5 tonne midi excavator; the Kubota U36-4 is a 3.5 tonne zero-tail swing compact excavator.
GetBrent is an independent directory and is not a dealer for, nor affiliated with, either manufacturer. Model and brand names are the trademarks of their owners.