Head to head
Develon DX85R-7 vs Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E
The Develon DX85R-7 is a 9.5 tonne midi excavator. The Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E is a a 22 tonne class crawler excavator for medium civils and groundworks.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Specifications side by side
| Develon DX85R-7 | Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 9528 kg | 20,470 - 25,760 kg |
| Bucket capacity | 0.28 m3 | 0.48 - 1.44 m3 |
| Engine power | 48.5 kW (65 hp) @ 2100 rpm | - |
| Dig depth | 4110 / 4670 mm (standard / long arm) | - |
| Gross power | - | 129 kW |
| Max. digging depth | - | 6,730 mm |
| Max. digging reach | - | 9,930 mm |
Sources: Develon DX85R-7, Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the DX85R-7 if...
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 EC220E if...
The Volvo EC220E is a mid-size crawler excavator used on larger UK groundworks, civils and demolition sites where a mini or midi excavator no longer has the reach or bucket capacity needed. Its Stage V D6 engine and Volvo cab are aimed at operators running long shifts. It is specified against similarly sized excavators from Caterpillar, Komatsu and Hitachi in the 20-22 tonne class.
Full EC220E specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Develon DX85R-7 and the Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E?
The Develon DX85R-7 is a 9.5 tonne midi excavator; the Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E is a a 22 tonne class crawler excavator for medium civils and groundworks.
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