Head to head
Develon DX85R-7 vs Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D
The Develon DX85R-7 is the bigger machine by 7,038kg and has 33kW more power.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Develon DX85R-7 is the bigger machine by 7,038kg.
- Engine power: the Develon DX85R-7 has 33kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Develon DX85R-7 | Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 9528 kg | 2,490 kg (ISO 6016) |
| Engine power | 48.5 kW (65 hp) @ 2100 rpm | 15.6 kW (21.2 hp) at 2,400 rpm |
| Dig depth | 4110 / 4670 mm (standard / long arm) | 2,672 mm (1,050mm arm); 2,965 mm (1,350mm arm) |
| Bucket capacity | 0.28 m3 | - |
Sources: Develon DX85R-7, Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D. 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 7,038kg
- you want one that has 33kW 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 ECR25D if...
The Volvo ECR25D is Volvo CE's short-swing mini excavator in the popular UK 2.5-3 tonne hire class, competing for the same jobs as the Kubota U27-4 and similarly sized Takeuchi and JCB machines. Its short-radius superstructure lets the counterweight stay close to the tracks when slewing, useful on confined urban and residential sites. It is sold across Great Britain exclusively through SMT GB's dealer network.
Full ECR25D specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Develon DX85R-7 and the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D?
The Develon DX85R-7 is the bigger machine by 7,038kg and has 33kW more power. The Develon DX85R-7 is a 9.5 tonne midi excavator; the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D is a a 2.5-3.0 tonne short-swing mini excavator.
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