Head to head
Develon DX85R-7 vs Takeuchi TB225
The Develon DX85R-7 is the bigger machine by 7,128kg.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Develon DX85R-7 is the bigger machine by 7,128kg.
Specifications side by side
| Develon DX85R-7 | Takeuchi TB225 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 9528 kg | 2400 kg |
| Dig depth | 4110 / 4670 mm (standard / long arm) | 2580 mm |
| Engine power | 48.5 kW (65 hp) @ 2100 rpm | - |
| Bucket capacity | 0.28 m3 | - |
| Dump height | - | 2875 mm |
| Breakout force | - | 19.3 kN |
Sources: Develon DX85R-7, Takeuchi TB225. 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 7,128kg
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 TB225 if...
A towable 2 to 2.5 tonne digger for hire fleets, groundworkers and landscapers on drainage, small foundations and garden work. The extendable track frame lets it pass through narrow gaps and then widen for stability.
Full TB225 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Develon DX85R-7 and the Takeuchi TB225?
The Develon DX85R-7 is the bigger machine by 7,128kg. The Develon DX85R-7 is a 9.5 tonne midi excavator; the Takeuchi TB225 is a 2.4 tonne compact excavator with extendable tracks.
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