Head to head
Develon DX85R-7 vs Wacker Neuson ET08
The Develon DX85R-7 has 39kW more power.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Develon DX85R-7 has 39kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Develon DX85R-7 | Wacker Neuson ET08 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 9528 kg | 1,029 to 1,115 kg |
| Engine power | 48.5 kW (65 hp) @ 2100 rpm | 9.9 kW |
| Dig depth | 4110 / 4670 mm (standard / long arm) | 1,766 mm |
| Bucket capacity | 0.28 m3 | - |
| Breakout force | - | 8.9 kN |
| Length | - | 2,850 mm |
| Width | - | 700 mm |
| Height | - | 2,261 mm |
Sources: Develon DX85R-7, Wacker Neuson ET08. 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 39kW 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 ET08 if...
A micro digger. At 1,029kg it is the machine people hire for back gardens, small drainage runs and work inside buildings. At 700 mm wide it goes through a standard side gate. It digs to 1,766 mm.
Listed by
- GEM Plant Sales Limited - Ashford, Sevington, Willesborough
Common questions
What is the difference between the Develon DX85R-7 and the Wacker Neuson ET08?
The Develon DX85R-7 has 39kW more power. The Develon DX85R-7 is a 9.5 tonne midi excavator; the Wacker Neuson ET08 is a micro excavator, under 1.3 tonnes.
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