Head to head
Develon DX85R-7 vs Wacker Neuson ET145
The Wacker Neuson ET145 has 7kW more power.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Wacker Neuson ET145 has 7kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Develon DX85R-7 | Wacker Neuson ET145 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 9528 kg | 15,551 to 17,275 kg |
| Engine power | 48.5 kW (65 hp) @ 2100 rpm | 55 kW |
| Dig depth | 4110 / 4670 mm (standard / long arm) | 5,442 mm |
| Bucket capacity | 0.28 m3 | - |
| Breakout force | - | 91 kN |
| Length | - | 7,788 mm |
| Width | - | 2,490 mm |
| Height | - | 2,786 mm |
Sources: Develon DX85R-7, Wacker Neuson ET145. 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 ET145 if...
- you want one that has 7kW more power
A full-size excavator for civil engineering, bulk earthmoving and demolition. At 15.6 tonnes it moves on a low-loader and is often hired with an operator. It digs to 5,442 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 ET145?
The Wacker Neuson ET145 has 7kW more power. The Develon DX85R-7 is a 9.5 tonne midi excavator; the Wacker Neuson ET145 is a full-size tracked excavator.
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