Head to head
Develon DX85R-7 vs SANY SY26U
The Develon DX85R-7 is the bigger machine by 6,868kg and has 34kW more power.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Develon DX85R-7 is the bigger machine by 6,868kg.
- Engine power: the Develon DX85R-7 has 34kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Develon DX85R-7 | SANY SY26U | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 9528 kg | 2,660 kg |
| Engine power | 48.5 kW (65 hp) @ 2100 rpm | 14.6 kW at 2,400 rpm |
| Dig depth | 4110 / 4670 mm (standard / long arm) | 2,810 mm |
| Bucket capacity | 0.28 m3 | - |
| Transport width | - | 1,550 mm |
Sources: Develon DX85R-7, SANY SY26U. 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 6,868kg
- you want one that has 34kW 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 SY26U if...
The SANY SY26U is a 2.6 tonne mini excavator positioned as a value alternative to the established Kubota, JCB and Takeuchi machines in the same size class, sold in the UK through a small number of appointed dealers. SANY's UK presence is newer and thinner than the market leaders, so buyers weigh the lower purchase price against a less mature parts and resale network. It is more often bought outright by owner-operators than stocked in volume by the large national hire fleets.
Full SY26U specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Develon DX85R-7 and the SANY SY26U?
The Develon DX85R-7 is the bigger machine by 6,868kg and has 34kW more power. The Develon DX85R-7 is a 9.5 tonne midi excavator; the SANY SY26U is a a 2.6 tonne mini excavator.
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